China Bears have shared debut album ‘Participation Trophy’ in full.
Out now on redoubtable indie label Fierce Panda, the album is the top level of a path that started in adolescence. Shaped by two brothers in Somerset, their indie rock sound is formed by some classic sources, however given a private twist.
Decamping to the historic environs of Edinburgh to concentrate on their debut full size, China Bears linked with Rod Jones of Idlewild, recording at his personal Put up Electrical Studios.
Laying down 13 songs in two weeks, the outcomes are a band working with alacrity, placing their experiences down on tape.
Lead singer Ivan says…
‘Participation Trophy’, at its core, is an album about hope, loss, grief, friendships, relationships and overcoming emotions of inadequacy. The album is a nod to the journey China Bears have taken from inception up till now, 4 buddies rising up collectively from late teenagers into adolescence.
It’s very a lot in regards to the thought of being a part of one thing, with all the great and dangerous. Life isn’t at all times a transparent upwards trajectory, and as we’ve grown we’re studying that what’s necessary is popping up, being there for your self and others, and to not essentially be one of the best, however to do your finest.
Tune in now.
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