Feet are well and truly back, with their new single ‘Peace and Quiet’. The single comes alongside the announcement of a UK tour and an upcoming EP.
Feet have been relatively quiet in the past year or so. 2019 was a massive year for the band, releasing their debut album and moving to London. They were one of the only indie artists that year to release a Christmas single, titled ‘Vegetarian Christmas’. Their new single ‘Peace and Quiet’ arrives alongside the announcement of an upcoming EP, titled ‘Walking Machine’. The band recently signed to Nice Swan Records, leaving their in-house label Clapped Records behind.
‘Peace and Quiet’ is energetic and invigorating, feeling like the first cold glass of water you drink after brushing your teeth. It’s exactly what Feet promise to provide, slotting in nicely with the rest of their discography. The track features thrumming high pitched guitar tones ringing throughout, adding an oddly nostalgic sense of the past. The lyrics depict idle journalists and boring punks, and the recognisable fact that people just want peace and quiet. On social media, the band stated:
“For the past twelve months, our routines have defined us. We owe a lot to our local shops and vendors who’ve kept us on the right side of sanity. This one goes out to you”
The music video features recognisable spots in the N8 area of Muswell Hill, including Andre’s Salon, Audio Gold and The Fish Palace. Shots of the band getting their hair cut and performing together feel representative of the pandemic, as though they’re just stretching their legs to begin the race again. Through shaking cups of tea and diner vinegar bottles, we are literally and metaphorically seeing the band reawaken from their pandemic slumbers.
Although the single fits well with their previous tracks, ‘Peace and Quiet’ has a sound that’s a bit too familiar. After such a long wait, I think many people were waiting for something slightly more adventurous. That could just be me being sulky because the song doesn’t even hit the two-minute mark (1.59 if you were wondering), so I’m left wanting more. When reading the lyrics on their Youtube channel, you start to realise that the song is just incredibly short, something I wish had been altered before release.
It’s lovely to see that these guys are back and ready for action, even if it feels like we only got a demo-length track. Their next EP is sure to be a smacker, and we already have our gig tickets for their upcoming UK tour.
