Project Description
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MUMS FAVOURITE
‘Joan Of The Arcade’
(Single Review)
Release Date:
3rd June 2022
Pre-Save HERE
Reviewer: Melanie Griffiths
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“Mums Favourite twists and turn to deliver a song that always has you completely hooked”
Mums Favourite may become your favourite once you’ve had a chance to check out their latest single and first release for 2022, the psychedelic-rock twister, “Joan of the Arcade”. Displaying a youthful exuberance set against a bluesy-rock rhythm that never quite adheres to one specific sound, “Joan of the Arcade” is a swirling, joyous outing.
The song’s inspiration came to songwriter and frontwoman Sasha Theunissen much in the same way as many ideas do, during the quiet darker hours of night whilst lying in bed. Having watched a Black Mirror episode that detailed a wild time-warping relationship between two lovers set in a 1980s arcade, Sasha came up with the title and began fleshing out the character of Joan. The song has all the hallmarks of an Aussie indie song featuring a lot of energy, big drums, guitars that anchor the song and harmonies that glide like a sparrow pitching through the sky. Where Mums Favourite separates itself from other groups is their passionate take on blues-driven songwriting.
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‘Mums Favourite artistically portrays the world through rose coloured glasses using the hypnotising vocals of frontwoman and lyricist Sasha Theunissen and the dynamic instrumental created behind them.’ – Amnplify on Primrose
“Joan Of The Arcade” starts as any song does but completely changes tempo to a slow jam before ramping up the mood once more. Not satisfied with a linear narrative, Mums Favourite twists and turn to deliver a song that always has you completely hooked. The vocals are delivered in a glorious chorus, with Sasha giving it all she has in a true rock Queen style and “Joan of the Arcade” becomes a delightful callback to the retro without ever sounding dated.
The band are set to open for Skeggs this July in Adelaide and is gaining quite the following around town. No doubt “Joan of the Arcade” will now begin to feature in their setlist. Given the swirling, fantastical vibe and the empathetic songwriting that shines through, “Joan of the Arcade” is set to become a fan favourite.
MUMS FAVOURITE are
Sasha – Singer/songwriter
Brooke – Bass
Nic – Guitar
Maarlee – Guitar
Jordy – Drums
‘Joan Of The Arcade’ by MUMS FAVOURITE is out June 3rd
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Pre-Save HERE
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Upcoming Shows:
13/5/22 – Ancient World – Headline
w. Bad Lands Caravan, Dainty Morsels
10/6/22 – Unibar Adelaide – ‘Joan of the Arcade’ Single Launch.
w. The Birds are Spies, The Vains, Soursob
15/7/22 – Adelaide Showground – Beer & BBQ Fest
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