BY: DIGITAL WAX MEDIA STAFF
Scottish rock/alternative band OVERHAUL have released their latest single, “A Problem’s Just A Problem,” out August 8 via TLG Rock / Virgin Music. It’s the fourth track from their upcoming album Times Flies By, due November 7.
Frontman Andy Gallagher drew inspiration from legendary protest singers of the past for the track, according to a statement from the band.
“In 1969 John Lennon wrote ‘Give Peace A Chance’,” read the statement. “When Andy was writing ‘A Problem’s Just A Problem’ he wanted to do something similar but then asks the question, why almost 60 years later are we all still saying the same thing? Give peace a chance!!!”
The track pairs a driving, mid-tempo groove with ringing guitar lines and a vocal delivery that balances urgency with reflection. It’s a message-driven cut that still carries the band’s melodic rock edge.
OVERHAUL’s recent singles have shown their range, from the guitar-heavy punch of “Whoop It Up” (featuring Jeff Worley of JACKYL) to the 80s-flavored “Happy Little Rocker” co-written with Trace Foster. With “A Problem’s Just A Problem,” they add a socially conscious anthem to their run of releases, setting the stage for their upcoming album and supporting tour dates to come.
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