Coach Party have released their first single of 2021 with indie-bop ‘Everybody Hates Me’. The Isle of Wight quartet have gone from strength to strength in 2020, releasing two well received singles – ‘Really Ok On My Own’ and ‘Cant Talk, Won’t’. The singles are all taken from the bands upcoming EP, titled ‘After Party’. The EP is set to be released on 20th April 2021 via Chess Club Records. The band released their debut EP ‘Party Food’ amidst the pandemic and still ‘managed to make a name for themselves despite eliminating the possibility of live shows.’
The band’s vocalist, Jess Eastwood, stated of the new track ’Everybody Hates Me’ isn’t a metaphor for anything; it’s literally about those times when you convince yourself that everyone, including your best friends don’t actually like you and your self-confidence is so low that you don’t even blame them.”
The track combines the all too relatable message – especially during lockdown periods which was when this song was curated – with an indie-bop beat that dares anyone not to dance and sing along with the infectious chorus, ‘Everybody hates me! / I’m boring and unhappy / I really like affection / I’m jealous and controlling’. The drums drive forward throughout the 2 and a half minute banger, with a full bass line. Eastwood sings ‘I wish I had your face and your f***ing personality’ before breaking in to the catchy yet sad chorus, showing the bands ability to provide honest lyrics camouflaged behind a pure bop!
The track came with a music video that encapsulates the sung about insecurities. Eastwood stated “The video is a direct extension of the song. It swings between the insecurities of feeling like you’re not good enough amongst your friends, and the sense of unity you get from those same people when you finally wake up from your rut. Everyone feels that way from time to time, but you gotta remember that sometimes your irrational self is going to take over. And when it does, try to remember that you’re awesome, and your friends really are your friends.”
The band have caught the attention of critics despite the pandemics restrictions being placed on Dorks’ Hype List ’21. With the bands own member, Guy Page, producing and mixing the tracks, Coach Party are definitely one to watch when live music gets back underway!
