MARK VENNIS & DIFFERENT PLACE UNLEASHES HALLOWEEN SPIRIT WITH “SMALL TOWN VAMPIRE”
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They are back again, yes if you haven’t heard of the name Mark Vennis & Different Place, then I’m here to tell you that their new single is out and it’s titled “Small Town Vampire” which comes as a preview and title track to their upcoming album “SMALL TOWN VAMPIRE”. What do I tell you about title tracks to albums? Huh they are the pinnacle to the entire album and usually are bangers. So if you’d miss anything in the world don’t miss title tracks to an album, “Small Town Vampire” is a song that pokes fun at someone who’s a big deal in a small place, haha so you feel that sh**. Well being influenced by bands like The Clash, Blur, and Paul Weller, this indeed is a masterpiece that needs to be heard by everyone.
You know when you live in a small town, then there’s this old person who just goes after the youth just so they could also be seen as one but still acts arrogantly just like a youth. It’s a funny take on small-town life, with the singer just watching the crazy things happening.
Let’s take a stroll through the lyrics here,”It’s another little drama at another party Another piece of you, another little piece of me An uneasy truce that really won’t last With yourself and everyone else.”
Just like that the lyrics paints a clear picture of the songs message. The track is a mix of new wave, Britpop, and punk, giving it a rebellious feel with a catchy tune. Imagine Joe Strummer mixed with Damon Albarn haha oh my my my, I ain’t missing this for anything in the world. The song is really catchy, especially with how the bass guitar controls the the chorus, it gives it that extra touch and makes it a vibe.
Mark Vennis & Different Place come from Petersfield, Hampshire, and call themselves a punk rock roots band. They take inspiration from various music acts, like The Clash, Bob Marley, Johnny Cash, and Paul Weller.
This album will be their fourth, and *Small Town Vampire* is the first taste of what’s coming in January 2024. They’ve already made three albums that people loved: ‘Uncharted Water, Faded Glory and Other Stories,’ ‘A Beautiful Lie or The Ugly Truth,’ and ‘Fighting on All Fronts.’ Catch Mark Vennis, on another song made for a documentary called “ON RESISTANCE STREET” in 2024.
“Small Town Vampire” is song that’s really lively and bold. It tells a clear story with its energetic and rebellious vibe, the song gives us a sneak peek into what’s coming in the full album from Mark Vennis & Different Place. So what you waiting for? Go give Small Town Vampire a maaad listen and trust me it’s gonna end up on your favorite playlist. Make sure to check them out on the links below;
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4rBW1HyBpRw0XTwb6_hh4g
https://www.instagram.com/markvennis
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