Toronto-based indie pop-rock duo The Manic Boys And Girls Club continues making the mark with another poignant release titled "Sorry."
Comprised of siblings Bela and Fernando Fereira, The Manic Boys And Girls Club is best known for their dynamic blend of lush synthesizers and overdriven guitars alongside powerful storytelling that clutches the soul. They never shy away from helping listeners escape from societal norms and submissive existence, helping us embrace a world of authenticity and rebellion.
Now releasing one of their most powerful singles yet, The Manic Boys And Girls Club puts it all on the line in "Sorry." The song showcases their storytelling prowess and lush instrumentation for a truly immersive listening experience. It's the perfect introduction to their diverse and engaging sound.
Diving deeper into "Sorry," we're met with tender guitar riffs that lead into a crashing hook, where The Manic Boys And Girls Club unleashes their palpable inner pain with an apology straight from the get-go. The song's verses rain down those heavy emotions of owning your mistakes and the karma they come with, leading you to the one thing you have left: apologizing.
It's a raw, dynamic, and powerful song with lush instrumentation that perfectly highlights the duo's raw, impressive storytelling abilities that let listeners weave their own reality into the experience. With an exciting outro that ramps up hope and motivation, The Manic Boys And Girls Club has perfectly conveyed a sliver of the human experience in the most genuine and impactful way possible.
Don't miss out; find The Manic Boys And Girls Club's newest single, "Sorry," on all digital streaming platforms, and see the band perform live at The Rivoli in Toronto on June 21.
Welcome to Buzz, Bela and Fernando! We're head over heels for the raw emotion in your recent single, "Sorry." What inspired you to write such a personal and heartfelt track like this?
First off, that is nice to hear. Thank you. “Sorry” is about the people we affect and the relationships we sabotage while we’re still figuring ourselves out. The song was written over a long period of time, so I think it was inspired by a few different personal situations we were both going through at the given time. Because Sorry was one of those unfinished song ideas in the back of our minds for a while, it’s also written from different perspectives, and, I guess, maturity levels. So what starts as an apology, turns to regret when looking back, writing as slightly less a-hole versions of ourselves.
The instrumentation in "Sorry" is like its own emotional journey. What made you want to incorporate that upbeat and inspiring outro into what was a rather slow, emotional song?
Our music is non-fiction and we definitely have our ups and downs. Life is not linear, so we take you on that ride with us. We don’t really think about what makes “sense” musically. Sorry is one of these rollercoasters of emotions. We’ve realized there is no turning back, all we have is right now and making things right in our futures, so it felt totally natural to turn the page drastically within the song. So, in our rehearsal room, we’d be getting louder, playing faster, creating a whole new perspective on this song. And it just felt right. No matter how many people were thrown off, or have told us this doesn’t make sense, it sounds exactly how we are feeling and what we are trying to communicate. That’s kind of the goal.
Were there any projects or artists that might have influenced the sound and style of "Sorry?” Who or what might have impacted you during the creative process?
I don’t think there is a specific artist or thing that would have influenced “Sorry.” It’s kind of deeper than that. Like a film score for the story we’re telling, without thinking about genre, or format. When we get in the studio, whatever the outcome becomes what The Manic Boys And Girls Club sounds like.
What was your duo's favorite part about creating "Sorry?” Whether it was the instrumentation, lyrics, or release, which part of the process did you enjoy most?
There are bands that go into the studio with everything super prepared, pre-produced, and creative decisions made walking in. I have also heard of bands that write and record like 20 songs and choose their favorite 10 for the record. We’re a little different. When going in to record a 5 song EP. We walked in with 4 songs, 80% done, and a few rough ideas kicking around. The excitement for me is the unknown magic that happens in the studio. It doesn’t always work out, but that is why music is exciting. We always leave like 20% for the experimentation and last minute moments that develop in the recording studio. That improv and excitement in the room is always our favorite part.
What was your goal in terms of the listener's experience with "Sorry?” What did you want them to feel and take away?
We might not get a second chance, so let’s treat each other right and hold the ones we love cause regret sucks. It’s not too late to write our finale, so let’s make it a good one.
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