A new four-piece Exploded View, fronted by German/Bristol political- journalist-turned-musician/singer Anika, announce news of their debut self-titled album, due August 17th. The band are sharing new track ‘Orlando‘ from the forthcoming record.

While lead single ‘No More Parties in The Attic’ is laden with an enticing no-wave, post-punk sound, layered with distorted guitars and ominous drones– ‘Orlando‘ chimes in with echoing vintage synths, courtesy of Hugo Quezada that clash with a chilly electro backbeat and an anthemic soulful bass line setting the tone.

With her disarming quietude nursery rhyme like vocal delivery, Anika remarks on the creation process: “Well, that day I was speechless and empty; a reflection of the times. I became a vessel for the past; the only way to deal with or help understand the present. Enlightenment came with the help of some strong leading ladies; A certain author, a certain film and a certain actress. Go figure.”

For fans of Can, dub, and political revolution, Exploded View are:

Annika Henderson (Anika) – D – Singer / Synth
Martin Thulin – SWE – Drums / Guitar
Hugo Quezada – MEX – Bass / Synth
Hector Melgarejo – MEX – Synth / Guitar

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