French-based trio OAKMAN have released a video for their brand new single 'Curse'. The single is taken off the bands brand new album 'Violent Oblivion' out 3rd May 2024 via Rude Records. The record sees the band return with their signature pop rock sound and catchy melodies. Pre-Order of 'Violent Oblivion' available - HERE
Speaking about the new single OAKMAN said, "'A year ago, we wrote the song 'Murder,' which described the point of view of a victim suddenly imagining herself, in her fantasy, becoming the murderer of her abuser. But what about the trauma years later? That's what 'Curse' is about. The song delves into an inner struggle against past trauma or toxic relationships. The lyrics evoke the desire to free oneself from memories and feelings associated with a painful experience, which persist despite everything. The repetition of the refrain 'But I won't surrender' expresses the refusal to give in to the power these thoughts and memories have over the person, affirming that she refuses to be dominated by them and fights for her own healing and emotional freedom"
On the new album the band said,"Violent Oblivion is that violent break with the outside world, our own emotions, and the encounter with our traumas. Through the songs, it represents the different mental states Violent Oblivion can put us in. The powerful catchy melodies and lively instrumentals conceal deep and strong feelings, mental problems, excitement, fear and despair. Getting out of this Violent Oblivion is a big challenge, so we eventually hang on to find some hope and love to cope".
The band recently announced a headline tour for the UK this July. The band will start their tour on the 18th July 2024 in Bristol finishing on the 28th July in Birmingham in support of their brand new album 'Violent Oblivion' out 3rd May 2024 via Rude Records
All Announced Oakman dates below:
- 10th February: La Cordo - Opening Feldup (St-Romains-sur-Isère, FR)
- 2nd March: Issy-Les-Molineaux (Espace Icare, FR)
- 4th May: La Marquise (Lyone, FR)
- 6th May: Supersonic (Paris, FR)
- 24th May: Pharos (Arras, FR)
- 28th May: La Laiterie (Strasbourg, FR)
- 1st June: Bregenz Life (Bregenz, AT)
- 21st June: Kave Fest (Gisors, FR)
- 12th July: L’Empreinte (Savigny-Le-Temple, FR)
- 18th July: The Crofters Rights (Bristol, UK)
- 21st July: Zerox (Newcastle, UK)
- 25th July: Bloc+ (Glasgow, UK)
- 26th July: Satan's Hollow (Manchester, UK)
- 27th July: The Garage (London, UK)
- 28th July: Subside Bar (Birmingham, UK)
Tickets on sale now - HERE