SONG OF THE DAY: NOT NOW NORMAN-SHUT YOUR MOUTH
Berwick-based rock act Not Now Norman released their latest single "Shut Your Mouth", this past Friday (April 9th). The single is the follow-up to the two hugely successful singles "Little Cheryl" and "Little Frankenstein". "Shut Your Mouth" explores the topic of Domestic Abuse, a subject examined in the recent Geo Moon collaboration "Run Boy". The song's theme is a guitar-driven rocker that drives home to the listener how much it means to lead singer Taylor-Grace, who delivers another lung-busting performance. Taylor has strong support in a band of talented musicians. The opening riff is mean and tenacious like a certain Thin Lizzy. This builds in tension, as unrestrained vocals repel against intense guitars and drumming that climaxes with a tantalizing solo. Not Now Norman has the tendency to write powerful songs about subject matters, such as this, through simple storytelling and musicianship. This makes each song feel r...