Do you ever wonder what life has in store for us? This is a question reflected through the subject matter of ‘No Season’ – the brand new single from Belgian noise collective Walfang.
Stream ‘No Season’ here: https://ampl.ink/WFNoSeason
‘No Season’ is an anthem for the modern day overthinker – a reminder to ask ourselves why we waste our time focusing on the negativity in our lives instead of finding joy in the present.
The main character of the clip, “Klak,” is a striking figure symbolising an inner monologue. Dancing and acting ridiculously, without inhibition, is an embodiment of this persona. As the clip progresses, the realisation of his actions emerges, leading to contemplation. Reflecting on everything you’ve ever done, all the actions you’ve taken that didn’t quite go as planned, and all of the consequences and stress that brings. That personification is who you then encounter. The choice is yours – you can continue to contemplate and remain unhappy, or embrace your actions and move forward.
The seasons are dying out, and so are we.
We do nothing but dwell on doom, knowing that our future generations will eventually perish, a fact that fills us with dread. But what does that accomplish?
Purifying, subdued, and strangely beautiful in equal measure. The themes, ingrained in the DNA of ‘No Season’, and the eccentric video, allude to the complex state of modern society, the fear of premature extinction, and the hope of someday living in harmony.
The way the song came about is the most organic of the whole album. The guitar riff, drawing influences from Tuareg and Milian music, is catchy and danceable. It sets the perfect tone for what the new Walfang album has in store. A coincidence that guitarist b stumbled upon, kicking off the idea for the track.
Each member of the band has contributed to the vibe of the record, which can clearly be heard. From the jazz-inspired drum lines to the harmonised vocals of ‘Odiel’ and ‘Burny’, to the Pink Floyd-esque break in the middle of ‘No Season’. This song in particular is simultaneously an outlier and yet the perfect summary of the album. Eclectic and sincere.
Describing the music video for ‘No Season’ as different is an understatement – the unconventional video for the song was intentionally created by the band. Knowing they exist in a part of the music spectrum where black clothes and monochrome pictures are the norm and expectation; they aim to strive in the opposite direction. They wear pink shirts and guitars at performances, and don’t hide their love for each other and their banter. In that regard, they chose to mess with the expectations that exist.
The music video was made by the band using a green screen, a good friend who offered to dance, and another who filmed it. This, combined with 100 hours of computer work, YouTube tutorials, and frustration – resulted in a unique, atypical and unconventional four minutes and nine seconds. Something that goes against the expectations of the alternative guitar scene.
Album releaseshow: 20/11/2024 – De Casino, Sint-Niklaas – w/ Ronker.
Walfang are:
Odiel Oosterlinck – guitar, vocals
Burny Roose – bass, vocals
Taco Bals – guitar
Charlie Buyse – drums
For more information:
https://www.facebook.com/WALFANGBAND
https://www.instagram.com/walfang_be
https://www.youtube.com/@BarleyRecords
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5sq7265cobmLVY0wfpgUVn
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