Black Doldrums Announce New LP ‘In Limerence’, Air “Hideaway”

Black Doldrums Announce New LP 'In Limerence', Air "Hideaway"

London post punk/darkwave/psych band Black Doldrums have announced the release of their second studio album ‘In Limerence‘.

The album’s announcement comes with the release of new single “Hideaway“, alongside a music video. The album is set to arrive on October 18th via Fuzz Club. Pre-order it here.

Update 8/26/2024: “Hideaway” is out new Single of the Week!

Co-produced by Theo Verney (English Teacher, TRAAMS, Egyptian Blue), Black Doldrums’ moody gothic post-punk is at its purest and most atmospheric on ‘In Limerence’. Seeking a cleaner, more direct sound that still captured the whirlwind intensity of their live shows, their familiar darkwave and shoegaze influences are contrasted here against breezy, shimmering “goth-pop” moments.

The follow-up to their 2022 debut album ‘Dead Awake’ stays true to the band’s spirit whilst pushing things forward in a way that feels timeless and more meaningful, and brings with it a newfound clarity and lyrical honesty. Delving into themes of regret, loneliness, confusion and obsession, it’s little wonder that the album title is ‘In Limerence’ – a state of intense, all-consuming romantic longing.

Speaking about it, the band, comprised of founding members Kevin Goddard (guitar/vocals) and Sophie Landers (drums), alongside new bassist Daniel Armstrong) say:

“There is a constant theme of trying to find happiness in a confusing modern world. In a time of protest, this album is itself a protest by expressing how to feel in such a world.”

On the lead single, they add: “A love song with a twist. A wanting and longing to let someone in and show them who we really are inside. Both good and bad for better or worse. I want you to know who I am. Now you’re inside you won’t like what you see.”

Check out ‘Hideaway’ below, followed by the album’s artwork and tracklist.

Black Doldrums “In Limerence” Tracklist:
  1. Hideaway
  2. Dying For You
  3. Summer Breeze
  4. Dwell Or Depart
  5. Painting Smiles
  6. Need
  7. In Silence
  8. Tarantula
  9. Changing Of A Season
  10. New Moon
  11. Modern Times

Upcoming Tour Dates

31/8/24 – Manchester Psych Fest
1/11/24 – Moth Club, London
2/11/24 – Tomorrows Ghosts Festival, Whitby
8/11/24 – Firefly, Telford
9/11/24 – The Cavern, Exeter
15/11/24 – Yes, Basement, Manchester
16/11/24 – Saltbox, Nottingham
21/11/24 – Rossi Bar, Brighton
22/11/24 – The Black Prince, Northampton
29/11/24 – The Exchange, Bristol
30/11/24 – Underlined, Falmouth

Photo courtesy of Fuzz Club