Listen Now | New Album ‘Microtonic’ Arrives February 28th via Rock Action
Hull’s genre-blurring four-piece bdrmm are back with a vengeance, dropping their electrifying new single Lake Disappointment—the third taste of their upcoming album ‘Microtonic’, set to release on February 28th via Mogwai’s Rock Action label.
Listen + watch Lake Disappointment here
Following the pulsing nocturnal energy of John on the Ceiling and the euphoric waves of Infinity Peaking, this latest release takes things up a notch. Lake Disappointment is a visceral, high-voltage dive into blistering electronics—a sound that reflects a band fearlessly reinventing itself. Inspired by supporting Daniel Avery and an unforgettable rave at Field Day, bdrmm have embraced dance music elements like never before, pushing their sonic boundaries to exhilarating new heights.
Frontman Ryan Smith on Lake Disappointment: “This is probably the most aggressive and exciting track we’ve ever made. When I first sent it to Alex (our producer), I’d never seen him so hyped. Within all the melancholy of this record, there’s also a lot of anger. This is us letting it out—our way of saying f** you to the wrongdoers.”*
The music video, shot in an abandoned Sheffield warehouse, was an unforgettable experience: “We created a dystopian TV shopping channel under the rule of our bosses at MicroTech. Standing around in the freezing cold for 12 hours in hospital gowns? Not ideal. But was it worth it? Absolutely. No pain, no gain (still waiting on the gain though).”
‘Microtonic’: A bold new era for bdrmm
The 10-track ‘Microtonic’ was crafted with longtime collaborator Alex Greaves and features guest appearances from Sydney Minsky Sargeant (Working Men’s Club) and Olivesque (Nightbus). The album marks a significant evolution for the band, incorporating a fuller spectrum of tones and textures.
“I used to feel boxed in by a certain sound, but something shifted. Now, I feel free to create exactly what I want, and right now, that means diving deep into electronic music—from dancefloor anthems to ambient explorations.” – Ryan Smith
bdrmm’s signature shoegaze origins remain a core influence, but ‘Microtonic’ weaves those guitars into a more expansive, experimental soundscape. With shoegaze experiencing its most powerful resurgence since the ’80s, bdrmm continue to stand at the forefront of the movement.
‘Microtonic’ track list
goit (ft. Sydney Minsky Sargent)
John On The Ceiling
Infinity Peaking
Snares
In The Electric Field (ft. Olivesque)
Microtonic
Clarkycat
Sat in the Heat
Lake Disappointment
The Noose
‘Microtonic’ drops February 28th – pre-order now!
Available in digital, CD, classic black LP, and indie-exclusive coloured vinyl. Secure your copy via Rock Action: bdrmm.lnk.to/microtonic
Catch bdrmm on tour – March 2024
UK dates:
6 – Newcastle, Wylam Brewery
7 – Hull, The Welly
8 – Leeds, Project House
9 – Glasgow, Queen Margaret Union
11 – Manchester, Gorilla
12 – Nottingham, Rescue Rooms
13 – Birmingham, The Castle & Falcon
15 – Brighton, Hove Old Market
16 – Southampton, Papillon
18 – Bristol, The Fleece
19 – London, Electric Ballroom
Europe dates:
22 – Cologne, Club Volta
23 – Berlin, Säälchen
25 – Zurich, Bogen F
26 – Milan, Santeria Toscana 31
27 – Bologna, TPO
29 – Paris, Trabendo
30 – Brussels, Botanique – Orangerie
31 – Amsterdam, Melkweg OZ
Tickets on sale now at: bdrmm.co.uk
bdrmm are:
- Ryan Smith (Guitar, Vocals)
- Jordan Smith (Bass, Synth, Vocals)
- Conor Murray (Drums)
- Joe Vickers (Guitar)
bdrmm’s boldest statement yet is almost here. Get ready.
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