You may remember the Gym Club lads from their entrancing single “I Know” featuring Ellie Walker, or their musical guide on “How To Build A Life Raft”. The last time I wrote a post about these guys (see it here), they had just played their second-ever gig at BBC Radio 1′s Big Weekend and were still basking in the success of their first single release. I said that I expected big things of this band, and I’m glad to know that they haven’t let me down.
They’ve just sent me their newest single “The Ballroom Scene” fresh from the studio; it’s a mesmerizing track. Their unique sound is even more clearly felt, with the violin, drum samples, and synths slowly joining together to create a dancefloor-friendly sound that is reinforced by the catchy hook. Saturday Night Gym Club aims to mesh storytelling into their indietronica melodies, and this effort perfectly encapsulates that vision by using the instrumentals to set the scene for the tale of a 1940′s fighter pilot.
The release date is set for September so check back then for download info, but for now you can listen to it here, or check out their Bandcamp page.
The Ballroom Scene – Saturday Night Gym Club
Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the latest version here. You also need to have JavaScript enabled in your browser.
-Switch
17 Responses to The Ballroom Scene – Saturday Night Gym Club
BHunter1 August 4, 2011
Thanks for the tip, This is a beautiful track. I will be keeping tabs on this lot in future.
Paolo August 4, 2011
I’m officially in love with this track, can’t wait for the release on itunes. So glad it’s just as good as the first, these guys are quality and so unique.
John_Brennan August 4, 2011
Wow! This stuff is great. I got lost in world of crazy sound! :/
Grims08 August 4, 2011
Magical
PepperFish August 16, 2011
Move across the Ballroom. Like your life depends on it! What a hook
Bbop&Rocksteady August 16, 2011
Surely this song is going to be massive. I can’t get it out of my head! Its textures are fucking amazing!
Chris August 16, 2011
haha, I can’t get it out of my head either, have we been brainwashed??
AndyPEaston August 16, 2011
When are you guys coming to play for us in NYC. You would blow up over here. It reminds me of animal collective, only with a more pop/shoegaze vibe.
SpitfireRealAlesUK August 16, 2011
You better believe it….Gravity can bloody hurt. Brilliant!
ZaidAziki August 16, 2011
This song manages to he haunting, energitic, sad and ecstatic at the same time. Is crazy. This band are going places. Im sure we will be seeing them on the big stage in the next year or two. Anyone know if they are planning to release an album anytime soon??? Can’t wait to hear a collection of material. Z
Switch August 17, 2011
I’m honestly amazed at how perfectly those four adjectives sum up the myriad of feelings in the song.
Bleep23 August 16, 2011
Love this sound! Really catchy with great production. Keep it coming!
JohnPaulB August 17, 2011
I too have urges to both cry and go clubbing had the same time. lol!
FAgotadas August 18, 2011
Thanks for puiblishing this. Great song. Anyone know how to find out when/where they are next performing?
MaxCooper August 20, 2011
I have to say, the drum production on this is great. Its got some punch on my system. Would love to hear it on a F1 club rig.