Oh where life may take us…
Small Town Dreams in the Big City: The Identity of a Band on the Rise
Described as an ‘aspirational’ track by the band of brothers New York Arizona and This, this song eloquently highlights the struggles of an independent band on tour. It encapsulates the journey of striving for recognition while facing the challenges of dealing with rip-off venues and rivals. The track seamlessly fuses sentiment with a future-focused outlook, invoking a sense of homesick nostalgia and taking the listener on a hope infused tour of what the future may hold.
Lead singer, Eugene, discussed the band’s inspiration for the track ,“driving from Edinburgh to London to play shows with no idea of what to expect. We were DIY and trying to push our touring as much as we could, only to be occasionally ripped off by venues and promoters, or playing to rooms of people that didn’t seem to give a damn about the music or the scene, to then make the long journey back home to Scotland”
We all want a journey, we all want to find ourselves in the faces of other people and become who we ned to be , but no matter what our dreams say, where our drive takes us can always be diverted unexpectedly, leading to dazzling destinations or dead ends and disappointments. The magic of the mist cloaking the unknown the fizzle of excitement and the crumble of let down
The juxtaposition between the quiet countryside of Scotland compared to the vibrant nights of Camden town. The bittersweet revelation that it was sort of what you expected but it could have been better. The steady chorus calls out to all the dreamers as it embodies yearning for more, such as touring the States, attaining worldwide recognition, and transcending the DIY scene to prove their worth to the sceptics
Eugene explained this feeling as:
“Eye opening in a bittersweet way. Some expectations were fulfilled and others were brought down to earth, like the magic buzz around hip bars, meeting trendy people, the romantic notion of a city of opportunity paired with the dirty, fast paced, ‘take no prisoners’ atmosphere that comes with a big city. Leaving the DIY scene behind and proving to the unwilling, the ‘too cool to move’ scene kids, that we are worth paying attention to”
Recorded at RAK Studios in London, the band unveiled their eponymous debut album ‘Dubinski’ just last year. Seamlessly blending spiky Brit pop with punky new wave, their music has captivated a diverse audience, earning praise from Earmilk, Daily Record, and Louder Than War. Renowned for their fast-paced alt-rock and exhilarating live performances, Dubinski has carved out a distinct identity, garnering support from BBC 6music and Radio X’s John Kennedy. Their exceptional talent has garnered acclaim from BBC Radio Scotland, Scotland On Sunday, and Record Of The Day, leading to a nomination for best newcomers at the Scottish Alternative Music Awards and thrilling performances on the country’s grandest stages.
Small towns and big cities, your dreams gave you the drive and you find the roadmap to where you’re going to be along the way…
Read about their previous track Downtown Operation here.
And what a great track to introduce their upcoming tour, for more information click here:
02 Feb – North Shields, UK – The Engine Room
03 Feb – Stockton on Tees – Ne Volume Music Bar
04 Feb – Preston – The Ferret
24 Feb – Aberdeen – Drummonds
29 Feb – London – The Grace
01 Mar – Nottingham – Bodega
02 Mar – Glasgow – Nice N Sleazy
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