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Single Review: Attic Theory- Papier Mache Ft Candlebox vocalist Kevin Martin

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Words by Anselm Anderson


Liverpudlian rock group Attic Theory returns with 'Papier Mache', the latest single from their upcoming debut LP What We Fear the Most via ThunderGun Records. The track is released today and features Candlebox vocalist Kevin Martin offering his soft, emotive voice.

The band have premiered an accompanying animated video inspired by the 1975 blockbuster film One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. This typifies the message behind the song about masking mental health issues because they don't fit in with conventional perceptions of people in society. As lead singer Lewis Wright explains the lyrics to the song are about someone who hides behind a mask and relies on medication to suppress their feelings. The lead singer adds he wants to convey that there is no harm in removing that mask and not being defined by your past self.


The track's radio-friendly brand of Alternative Rock benefits from one of the genre's contributors in the guise of Kevin Martin. Candlebox sold over seven million records worldwide in their time and wrote personal tracks over electric acoustic guitars. Attic Theory has adapted this approach of songwriting with added poignancy and a heavier sound. The dark overtones of electric acoustic guitar on 'Papier Mache' signal intent before breaking into skyscraping riffs delivered over harrowing choral cries.

In addition, the equally powerful and compelling vocals of Attic Theory vocalist Lewis Wright pull the listener in with introspective lyrics about personal struggles between what one thinks in contrast to an outsider. Kevin Martin and Wright join forces over a dynamic sound, which culminates in some slick guitar interplay and solos towards its climax. 'Papier-Mâché' was recorded with producer Loïc Gaillard (Revival Black, Ashen Reach) at the Motor Museum recording studio in Liverpool. The single follows the success of previous singles: 'Narrow Lines' and 'Tattooed Heart'.

Formed a few years ago, The Boys from The Dock were inspired by an episode of the US TV Series Elementary without the need for Dr Watson and Sherlock Holmes. Attic Theory has taken the same path of so many British rock acts by building a fanbase at home by supporting bigger, established acts like Kris Barras, Black Spiders, Terrorvision and, of course, Candlebox, as well as appearing at several UK Festivals like PlanetRock Stock and Wildfire Festivals. The band won Best New Band at the 2020 'The Rocks Award' by Planet Rock and their previous EP ‘The Sign of an Active Mind’ was voted NWOCR (New Wave Of Classic Rock) 'EP of the Year'.




Attic Theory’s highly anticipated debut album ‘What We Fear the Most’, which features the singles 'Papier-Mâché', 'Narrow Lines' and 'Tattooed Heart', will be released 26/01/2024 and is available to pre-order now. Pre-Order Link - https://attictheory.store/collections/all




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Attic Theory is:



Lewis Wright - Lead Vocals

Peter Donnelly - Guitar

Tim Cunningham - Guitar and backing vocals

Matt Lawler - Guitar

Kenny McArthur - Bass

Norm Walker - Drums

Featuring Kevin Martin of Candlebox on guest vocals


CONNECT WITH ATTIC THEORY:

. Official Website: https://www.attictheory.co.uk
. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AtticTheory
. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0oOXpZTNdHDl8M1S3xQhhN
. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@attictheoryband
. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/attictheoryband/
. TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@attictheory
. Twitter: https://twitter.com/attictheory




You can find the video through the 'Attic Theory' YouTube Video channel below








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