Weak Asleep release debut album “Romance & Ricochets”
Bournemouth Pop-Punk quintet Weak Asleep has released their debut album “Romance & Ricochets” today September 13th.
Weak Asleep are a 5-piece band from the sunny shores of Bournemouth, UK drawing on influences across a spectrum of both pop and alternative music scenes.
Their debut album, “Romance & Ricochets”, has been almost a decade in the making. It all began when Chris Parsons (vocals) and Eric Duxbury (lead guitar) crossed paths in their twenties, and what started as a duo grew into a dynamic trio, and eventually, the full five-piece powerhouse they are today. The album dives deep into the highs and lows of friendships, relationships, and everything in between, drawing inspiration from the band’s real-life experiences over the past ten years.
The 11-track album features fan-favorite singles like “Abyss,” “Get Better (Or Worse),” and “Just Friends,” plus a surprise cover of Maisie Peters’ “Lost The Breakup.” The band sees Peters as the UK’s answer to Taylor Swift, and Chris, a longtime fan, was eager to put their unique spin on this unexpected gem.
“Romance & Ricochets” is a genre-blending adventure, from the heavy-hitting “Typewriters” with its metalcore growls and doom-laden riffs to the softer, more introspective tracks like “Last Note” and “Oh Minnesota,” featuring stunning harmonies by producer Lou Sawdy.
Weak Asleep recorded “Romance & Ricochets” at The Ranch in Southampton—where legends like Creeper, Boston Manor, Rolo Tomassi, and Funeral For A Friend have also laid down tracks—this album is a testament to the band’s evolving sound and ambition.
The band has been making waves on the South Coast with their energetic live shows and has recently shared the stage with Anchor Lane, and have graced the stage of the legendary Railway music venue in Winchester.
Upcoming shows:
10 October 2024 – The Railway, Winchester – Slackrr support (+ Busking for Misfits, Oh Rococo)
24 October 2024 – Anvil, Bournemouth – TBC
8 November 2024 – Four Horsemen, Bournemouth – Weak Asleep headline (+ Naema, The Raid)
30 November 2024 – The Hobbit, Southampton – Give a Gift An Alternative Christmas
