But when COVID hit, the band, like so many other artists, put their release on hold as they rode out the pandemic’s first wave. By mid to late 2019, Meatbodies-Ubovich and drummer Dylan Fujioka-had a new album in the can, ready to be mixed. Things just didn't feel right, and I went down a dark path.”įortunately, Ubovich was able to pull himself back from the brink and, upon getting sober, began writing and recording at a furious pace. “I’d been touring for eight years straight with all these bands, and just couldn't do it anymore,” he says. “There was also a feeling in the air that everything was changing, politically.
WATCH / SHARE “CANCER” (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO) ON YOUTUBELISTEN / SHARE “CANCER” ON BANDCAMP, SPOTIFY, APPLE The album charts Ubovich’s journey from drug-induced darkness to clear-eyed sobriety - while simultaneously reflecting on how the world he re-entered was still pretty messed up - if not more so. The experimental noise/freak-rock outfit returns with 333 - a new batch of corrosive bangers, raw acoustic rave-ups, and primitive electronics. The LA native could be seen peeling off guitar solos in Mikal Cronin’s backing band, supplying the Sabbath-sized low end for Ty Segall and Charlie Moothart as the bassist for Fuzz, and, of course, fronting his own Meatbodies. Over the course of the decade, Meatbodies’ Chad Ubovich has been a perennial candidate for MVP of West Coast’s fertile rock scene. Just ahead of next week’s 333 release, Meatbodies have shared their expansive and mantra-like new single, “Cancer” with an accompanying video directed by Josh Erkman. “deliciously scuzzy and foreboding” BUZZBANDS LA Photo By Sheridan Lee “more of a spiritual musical journey than anything else” AUSTIN TOWN HALL “all-encompassing noise-rock that resembles something apocalyptic” STEREOGUM MEATBODIES RELEASE NEW SINGLE & VIDEO: “CANCER” 333 OUT NEXT FRIDAY VIA IN THE RED Phoenix, AZ - Crescent Ballroom - West Hollywood, CA - Troubadour - Sacramento, CA - Harlows Nightclub - San Francisco, CA - Rickshaw Stop - Santa Ana, CA - Constellation Room - San Diego, CA - Soda Bar - Boise, IA - The Shredder - Seattle, WA - The Crocodile (Main Room) - Portland, OR - Doug Fir Loungeįind Sleepy Gonzales here: Official ** Spotify ** Facebook ** Instagram ** Twitter Listen/purchase Slow Apocalypse by Sleepy Gonzales HERE. “(Slow Apocalypse) is a documentation of the metamorphosis of Sleepy Gonzales - the good, the bad and the ugly" - Exclaim!
“powerful and beautiful” - American Pancake They masterfully create an acoustic ballad that will leave listeners entranced.” - Earmilk “(Sleepy Gonzales) is a multi-talented group that has their foot in multiple genres. Watch the video for “Slow Apocalypse” Watch the video for “Alligators” Praise for Sleepy Gonzales: The two things all of their songs have in common are tension and honesty. The band’s collective musical influences range from the likes of Velvet Underground and the Ramones to Alt-J, Phoebe Bridgers, Big Thief, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Bright Eyes, and Tame Impala. Bass guitarist and punk enthusiast Nick brings an obvious edge to the band dynamic with his 70’s gutterpunk approach to song writing. Ally - one of the most dynamic front persons the Vancouver indie scene has to offer - weaves the chaos of Sleepy Gonzales into strong hook-filled melodies. Together they pride themselves on their ability to lull audiences into a collective daze with languid dream pop jams, or violently shake the walls with loud uninhibited garage punk pandemonium. The half-Mexican twin brothers Cristian (guitar and vocals) and Beni (drums and vocals), write and engineer the sound of Sleepy Gonzales’ love and loss. Described as “Musical ADHD,” the band’s sound is an eclectic mix, difficult to put into a specific genre. The band’s newest album, Slow Apocalypse, is out now via Light Organ Records. The band have been on the road with the band this summer, playing to sold-out crowds across the U.S. The next round of dates kick off September 16 in Phoenix, AZ and conclude on December 14 in Portland, OR. Along the way they will hit, among other markets, West Hollywood, San Francisco, and Seattle. All dates are listed below. Vancouver’s Sleepy Gonzales are happy to confirm additional US tour dates as support for The Backseat Lovers. SLOW APOCALYPSEOUT NOW VIA LIGHT ORGAN RECORDS Photo credit: Preet Hunda SLEEPY GONZALES CONFIRM FALL AND WINTER TOUR DATESSUPPORTING THE BACKSEAT LOVERS
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