Brooklyn, NY's own Warn The Duke are back with a bang, dropping their first new single in over two years. The aptly titled ‘Angels’, set for release on Friday, August 1st, is a powerful statement from a band that's been busy rebuilding its momentum in the vibrant underground scene. An uncompromising new cut, this single is just the beginning of what promises to be a string of releases leading up to a full-length LP.
From the moment ‘Angels’ kicks in, it’s clear Warn The Duke mean business. This isn't just another punk-laced track, but a rough-and-ready cut built with elements alternative rock that pulsate throughout. It’s a cataclysmic track spiked with raw energy and soaring guitar melodies, creating a sound that is urgent, visceral, and blissfully melodic, all at once.
The band themselves describe it as "a gritty, melodic alt-punk track that channels the raw urgency of Jawbox and the anthemic energy of early Replacements." And they’re not wrong. There’s a noticeable raw edge to the sound, a tactile, anthemic quality that feels both authentic and immediate.
But ‘Angels’ isn't just about aggressive riffs and driving rhythms. It digs deeper, exploring themes of perseverance and resilience. The band explains that the song is "about finding hope in the wreckage — equal parts desperation and uplift." This push and pull between despair and optimism is expertly woven into the track's fabric, creating a cataclysmic anthem that somehow manages to feel profoundly uplifting. The snarling instrumentals fire over cascading passages, yet never lose sight of the melodic hooks that make it so undeniably catchy.
Fans of bands like The Menzingers, Foo Fighters, and Weezer are definitely going to feel right at home with ‘Angels’, offering that same visceral sound that cuts you to the quick. Warn The Duke have managed to carve out their own niche within the alt-punk landscape, blending familiar influences with their distinct Brooklyn swagger. It's a track that demands repeat listens, revealing new layers with each spin.
If you’re keen to get an early listen, you can pre-save the new single now and catch a stellar sneak peek on the band's Instagram above. For more from the band, be sure to keep up with them on Facebook and Instagram.
