London-based independent rock label Xtra Mile Recordings and Pet Needs are excited to present the music video for ‘Ducklings’, the brand new single from the rising Colchester, UK punks. A high-energy, dry indie-punk anthem that critiques society’s relationship with capitalism — casting us as ducklings willingly (or unwittingly) consumed by the systems built around us — ‘Ducklings’ is the latest single to be lifted from the band’s upcoming fourth studio album, ‘Elbows Out! This Is Capitalism’, out on Friday, March 27th via Xtra Mile Recordings.
“We’re lied to every day to monetize our attention in a world that has become hyper-individualist,” vocalist Johnny Marriott said. “Everyone’s a broadcaster; every social media profile a channel. The planet is on fire, but with the right setting on your phone camera, it can look like a beautiful sunset.”
He adds, “This whole tune was written the hour after my wife Lorna told me the fish at the local uni keep eating all the ducklings. By the time she dropped me at my brother’s house to demo, we had the chorus. George Marriott got working on a big, chonky riff as I sat downstairs scribbling words. My favourite songs are the instantaneous ones. You can feel the energy like no other.” Watch the music video for ‘Ducklings’ directed by Vanessa Söllner below.
In addition to this new album, the band is celebrating ten years of their career with the exclusive ‘Decade Series’. 12 CDs each include the full album plus a bonus demo version of one of the tracks, giving fans a glimpse into the early creative process. Each CD also features original new artwork, including archival photos from the corresponding year and a detailed timeline on the back, tracing the band’s journey over the decade. For the ultimate collector, all 12 CDs in the series are available together, housed in a sleek, exclusive matte-black box.