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Awfully Civilised

by Broken Bear

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Awfully Civilised marks a significant milestone for Broken Bear as it represents their first collaboration with a producer outside of their ranks (whose recent credits include Blur, Massive Attack, Tom Grennan, and James Bay!). This collaboration has allowed them to infuse new life into their already unique sound, resulting in a track that promises to captivate audiences with its emotive lyricism and innovative soundscapes.

The single, laden with poignant lyrics, explores themes of personal evolution, societal critique, and the quest for renewal. The evocative lyrics paint a vivid picture of introspection and change and navigate the complexities of self-discovery in the face of societal challenges. The lyrics delve into the dichotomy of finding peace amid chaos, embodying the metaphorical transformation into a beast without a clear purpose. The powerful imagery of smashing through ceilings that double as floors and the paradoxical act of feeding the plant while killing the soil evokes a sense of profound introspection.

The chorus, with its candid declaration of having been "awfully civilised," echoes a sentiment of rebellion against societal norms, underscoring Broken Bear's willingness to confront uncomfortable truths and challenge listeners to question the established order.

Awfully Civilised will undoubtedly resonate with audiences seeking a blend of emotive lyricism and innovative soundscapes.

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I found my peace
In the middle of a war
Became the beast
But forgot what for
Smashed through the ceiling
Which was also a floor
Feeding the plants
But killing the soil

Bleach it
Start again

Been awfully civilised
Being awfully civilised
I cut my teeth
As a professional whore
On my knees
I can see much more
Saving yourself
Is killing us all

Bleach it
Start again

Been awfully civilised
Being awful civilised

We are adjusting to a sick society

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released March 22, 2024
Written and perfomed by Broken Bear;

Recorded, mixed and engineered by Animesh @ Anthemic Studio (www.anthemicsound.com);

Mastered by Pete Maher

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"The perfect soundtrack for the impending apocalypse” - Kate Hoare (IAMUR)

Grunge / alt-rock / shoegaze duo Broken Bear are carving out their own sound but comparisons have been drawn with Nirvana, Radiohead, Fleetwood Mac and The Cranberries.

Broken Bear are regulars on their local BBC Introducing show (Surrey & Sussex) and have been championed by Tom Robinson on his BBC 6Music mixtape. ... more

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