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NICK CARVER
& THE MEAN ST BUTCHERS
serve up
‘SMOKE ALONE’
A mean late night track for
the last souls standing
Single Out September 22
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Previous Support for
NICK CARVER & THE MEAN ST BUTCHERS
“It has a gorgeous dirty country blues feel to it, with big earthy guitars and rough-edged vocals. It’s foot-stomping, it’s a riot, yet comforting and personal.” (AU Review)
“The Way That You Walk is a smooth and moody piece that is rolling with bright keys, rolling brushed drums and Nick Carvers swoony vocal delivery.” (AAA Backstage)
“Searing soulful sludgy blues! That slide is getting a thrashing and sounds amazing. Love the brooding swamp this one’s rising up from. Unbeatable stompable rhythm.” (Steph Hughes, Triple J) [About ‘Two Legged Dog’]
“I’m glad I’m wearing boots while listening because I felt the intense need to stomp.” (Stacy Gougoulis, Triple J) [About ‘Two Legged Dog’]
“Blow me down and let rip Nick! This is the kind of grit I can sink my teeth into.” (Kath Devaney, Triple J) [About ‘Two Legged Dog’]
“If you love your rock music with some grit, you’re going to be stomping your foot along with ‘I Need to Feel'” (Sounds Of Oz) [About ‘I Need To Feel’]
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Nick Carver & The Mean Street Butchers, the regional Victorian rock and psychedelic blues outfit known for their raw-edged sound, are back with their new single, ‘Smoke Alone’, set to be released on Friday, September 22. Following the success of their gritty rock anthem ‘I Need To Feel’, this latest offering captures the essence of live, raw, and honest rock.
Recorded entirely live at the Aviary Studios in Melbourne, ‘Smoke Alone’ captures the infectious energy of four musicians vibing in a room with no overdubs or editing. The accompanying video, recorded during the same session, is an intimate inside view of the raw intensity of the band’s live performance.
Like witnessing a storm brew on the horizon, ‘Smoke Alone’ riffs along with an ominous intensity. Ebbing and flowing with a cool, calm and composed demeanour, it’s never rowdy but carries an edgy feel, enriched with tasteful blues licks, dissonant chords and a swaggering rhythm. Carver’s gritty, whiskey-soaked vocals add a coarse texture that ties this entire track together – a song that serves as the last hurrah in the early hours of the morning when only a few souls remain.
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Set against a dark backdrop, ‘Smoke Alone’ aptly delves into those early morning moments when we find ourselves indulging in activities and company we probably shouldn’t. The song conjures images of fire pits in chilly backyards and coffee tables strewn with empty bottles and ashtrays, delving into the inner turmoil of yearning to be that special someone who can provide an escape from the harsh realities of the impending week. Nick Carver reflects on the song’s origins, stating: “For me, it really deals with the person I was when I was drinking A LOT and partaking in many other questionable activities that have led me to even more questionable people throughout my life. I’ve definitely used drugs and alcohol to mask feelings and avoid reality.”
By capturing these sombre themes in a live studio setting, this track acquires a distinctive character and an ominous edge. Infusing a gritty, rustic quality into their evolving rock sound while still maintaining their signature elements of alt-country and blues, the band has crafted a haunting, late-night anthem.
‘Smoke Alone’ and its accompanying live clip will be released on Friday, September 22. Also, join Nick Carver and his band launching this single on October 6 at the Lulie Tavern in Abbotsford.
‘Smoke Alone’
Single Launch
October 6 – Lulie Tavern, Abbotsford (Melbourne)
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