Monobloc, a band emerging from New York City’s DIY scene, has released a new single, “Where is My Garden?”.
Led by vocalist Tommy Waldron and bassist Michael Silverglade, Monobloc effortlessly merges post-punk instrumentation and attitude with pop sensibilities. With Zack Pockrose on drums, and guitarists Ben Scofield and Nina Lüders, Monobloc creates a nostalgic sound reminiscent of Television and The Strokes.
Chronicling the internal battle between materialism and gratitude, Monobloc describes conflict with vivid imagery and refreshing honesty.
Unpublished praised the single for its honesty and timelessness: “with intricate, overlapping rhythms balanced with the straightforward ‘tell it how it is’ type lyrics, Monobloc … [creates] a timeless track that will be accessible through generations.”
The black and white music video, self-directed by the band, compliments the wiry, insistent guitar work and rousing chorus. Tommy Waldron said of the instrumentation, “Attached to the main riff of the song was this chorus I really wanted to use but could never find a place where it made sense. … It was a great wide theme – a bit Springsteen and better yet, the closest I could legally get to saying “Where are your friends tonight?”
Monobloc shared their first single, “I’m Just Trying to Love You” in early 2024. As Monobloc continues to hone in on their electric live shows, DIY attitude and artistic capabilities, more music is to come.
A full list of Monobloc’s tour dates is available below, along with the official “Where is My Garden?” music video. Tickets are available here.
AUGUST
2 – Pete’s Candy Store – Brooklyn NY
21 – Sebright Arms – London, UK (debut UK performance)
23 – All Points East Festival – London, UK (w/ LCD Soundsystem)
25 – Rock En Seine Festival – Paris, FR (debut EU performance)
29 – Kalorama Festival – Lisbon, PT
31 – Kalorama Festival – Madrid, ES
NOVEMBER
8 – Iceland Airwaves – Reykjavík, IS
17 – Corona Capital Festival – Mexico City, MX
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