photo by Zack Fierman
Salem, Massachusetts-based THE FREQS will release their caustic and infectious Poachers EP in early February.
Delivering fuzzed-out, psych-punk, stoner rock, and sledgehammering noise at a crushing decibel, THE FREQS formed on the north shore of Massachusetts in 2019 by guitarist/vocalist Seth Crowell and bassist/vocalist Ian Mandly, with the lineup solidifying in 2020 after the addition of drummer Zack Fierman. Together, the trio crafts a distinctive sound at the intersection of genres.
Released at the end of 2022, THE FREQS’ newest single “Witch” is a thundering voyage inspired by the past and present of their hometown, Salem, Massachusetts. The song is the first single off the band’s fourth EP, Poachers, which was recorded by, mixed, and mastered by Alex Allinson at Bridge Sound And Stage in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and completed with cover art photography by Colby Todisco. The tracks “Powertrippin’” and “Witch” feature additional backing vocals by Nicholas Pentabona (Bedtimemagic).
“Witch” was written by the band’s Seth Crowell who is a descendant of Rebecca Nurse, one of the witches hanged during the Salem Witch Trials. The song is his attempt at dissecting that too often glossed over tragedy in the context of today.
Crowell writes, “‘Witch’ aims to serve as a condemnation of the male gaze and the greater patriarchy at large. The lyrics are sung from the perspective of the crazed accuser who demands violence for the accused Witch for denying his advances. The lyrics are delivered as deliberately aggressive to illustrate that the accuser is the true danger to his community.”
Stream THE FREQS’ “Witch” now at Bandcamp and other digital points RIGHT HERE.
Poachers will see digital release on February 3rd. Find preorders HERE and watch for additional previews of the record to post over the days ahead.
Poachers Track Listing:
1. Poacher Gets The Tusk
2. Powertrippin’
3. Asphalt Rivers
4. Sludge Rats
5. Chase Fire, Caught Smoke
6. Witch
Nominated for Best Rock Artist of the Year at the Boston Music Awards in 2021, the power trio continues to lash ear drums with their bombastic live set across New England and beyond. THE FREQS crew oozes high-octane, dirty, fun, heavy rock and will make you believe in the magic of live music all over again.
THE FREQS are booking shows in support of the EP including a gig at The Cantab Lounge on January 14th as well as one at The Middle East on February 4th which will serve as a release party. Stand by for additional shows to be announced over the weeks ahead.
THE FREQS Live:
1/14/2023 The Cantab Lounge – Cambridge, MA w/ Zip-Tie Handcuffs, Wicked Dead, Black Hatch [info]
2/04/2023 The Middle East Upstairs – Cambridge, MA w/ Landowner, Miracle Blood [info]
THE FREQS:
Seth Crowell – guitar, vox
Ian Mandly – bass, synth, piano, backing vox
Zack Fierman – drums, auxiliary percussion, backing vox
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