SHUMAUN Releases New Video For Album Title Track “Opposing Mirrors” ft. Thomas Lang (Peter Gabriel, Paul Gilbert); Album Out June 2024 Featuring An All-Star Lineup of Drummers
Hailing from Virginia, USA, progressive rock band Shumaun, is proud to announce the release of their latest single “Opposing Mirrors,” the title track off their upcoming album, coming out on June 28th. Lead vocalist and guitarist Farhad Hossain channels his admiration for rock legends into a track that is both innovative and nostalgic. He comments:
“This song is undoubtedly a standout single. The aim was to create a track that is concise and direct, yet still embodies all of our signature characteristics. Thomas Lang really delivered on this one. Lyrically, the song delves into the theme of a deteriorating relationship, highlighting the inability to perceive the situation from each other’s perspectives, ultimately leading to breakdowns in communication, and the inevitable dissolution of the relationship.”
“Opposing Mirrors” is a very groove-oriented mid-tempo song that’s heavy and steady. It's definitely a song that everyone can get into. However, when it comes to the bridge, things take an unexpected turn. This unexpected twist showcases Shumaun's ability to blend complexity with accessibility, making “Opposing Mirrors” a standout track in their discography.
The band was heavily influenced by Hossain’s admiration for Rush and Tears for Fears. The intro guitar lick draws inspiration from Roland Orzabal and the '90s era of Tears for Fears, while the main guitar riff during the verses is clearly inspired by Alex Lifeson. Despite incorporating an odd-time signature, the song remains succinct and catchy, making it an obvious choice for a single. It is recommended for fans of the aforementioned bands as well as Porcupine Tree.
Watch the video for “Opposing Mirrors” ft. Thomas Lang (Peter Gabriel, Paul Gilbert) via its premiere on MetalInsider HERE.
“Opposing Mirrors” is due out on June 28, 2024, and available for pre-order at https://shumaun.bandcamp.com
Drum playthrough by Marco Minnemann (The Aristocrats) - “Some Memories” - https://youtu.be/cnjWFE6F2U4
Lyric video - “Some Memories” - https://youtu.be/yMdi1oxeMdg
Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3V9G00C
Track Listing:
1. The Perils of Amnesia (8:06)
2. Balance (6:00)
3. Opposing Mirrors (4:26)
4. Anxiety and Daydreams (6:00)
5. That Which Turns (4:54)
6. Beyond Reflection (6:28)
7. Some Memories 4:10)
8. Porcelain Trees (9:26)
Album Band Lineup
Farhad Hossain — Vocals, Guitars, Keyboards
Jose Mora — Bass
Tyler Kim — Guitars
Drums:
Thomas Lang (Tracks 1, 3, 8)
Marco Minnemann (Tracks 4, 7)
Leo Margarit (Tracks 5, 6)
Farhad Hossain (Track 2)
More info: Shumaun.com | Facebook.com/shumaun | Instagram.com/shumaunofficial
What the press has said:
"US prog trio Shumaun blend progressive musical inclinations with arena-sized choruses on powerful new song Some Memories." - Prog Mag
"...there’s a ton of excellent progressive hard rock here. Memories & Intuition has the capability to appeal to a wide range of fans.4/5" - Heavy Music Headquarters - The Progress Report: September 2021
"A great job for this band that impresses for simplicity and originality, with an eye to giving their fans something that has a notable sonic impact and marked yet soft lines." - Music Webzine
WINNER: The Deli Magazine’s “BEST OF 2015 Reader’s Pick Award” for Washington DC
“It’s not just Orbin’s simple-complex drumming that shines here. Hossain’s soaring vocals, and the guitar/bass dynamics. They sound simple but scream progressive, forward-thinking. While pop-oriented progressive rock tunes aren’t usually on Decibel’s turntable (digital or physical), Shumaun was hard to deny.” – Decibel Magazine
“Great vocals, well-written songs, and solid musicianship are the hallmarks for the debut self-titled release by Shumaun. It’s a very enjoyable album for anyone who likes to sing along with their music. With Shumaun, the songs come first. And that makes for a very enjoyable experience.” – Progressive Music Planet
“AWESOME! OK, this band is AWESOME and have produced probably my favourite album of the year.” – Decibel Geek
“Shumaun’s music is impressive and pretty close to brilliant – Background Magazine
“Has the best album of 2019 been released right at the beginning of the year? That’s not fair! Everyone else with a 2019 release has their work cut out for them, to stand up against Shumaun’s brilliant sophomore effort: “One Day Closer to Yesterday.” – Metal Asylum
“Farhad Hossain puts goose bumps on my arms with his beautiful voice.” – Rock Portaal
“This stuff is incredibly catchy, mostly due to the excellent vocals of Hossain. Sometimes I find the emphasis on lead vocals rather annoying, especially if the vocals are not up to snuff. That is far from the case here. His vocals are superbly melodic and had me completely transfixed throughout the disc’s fifty-two minute running time.” – Sea of Tranquility
