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Mourn Overcomes Label Hell: New Album 'Sorpresa Familia' Soars
1 Sep
Summary
- Band experienced significant label disputes, including non-payment and withheld music.
- New album 'Sorpresa Familia' showcases mature songwriting and youthful energy.
- The record is described as Mourn's tightest and strongest release to date.
Catalonian indie quartet Mourn has navigated a challenging professional landscape, culminating in the release of their third album, 'Sorpresa Familia.' The band publicly accused their former Spanish label, Sones, of mismanagement, non-payment, and withholding their 2016 album, 'Ha, Ha, He.' Following their departure from the label, Mourn chronicles their frustrations and resolutions on 'Sorpresa Familia,' which translates to 'Surprise Family.'
This new release is characterized as Mourn's most aggressive and tightly crafted album yet. While their debut possessed dark swagger and their second explored post-punk, 'Sorpresa Familia' embraces a distinctly punkish sound, driven by ferocious drumming. The album bursts with melodic intricacy, featuring winding guitar lines and harmonies that build to significant choruses, demonstrating a mature songwriting approach without sacrificing youthful energy.
