HAUS deal with anxiety and depression on new single 'Shameless'.
The band released a string of fantastic singles in 2016, each one a potential anthem sluicing together math-rock elements, synths, and an intelligent pop touch.
But then, they seemed to take a step back. In reality, frontman Ashley Mulimba was dealing with a number of issues, gaining treatment for anxiety and depression.
These experiences find full expression in new single 'Shameless', a powerful return that showcases the full power of HAUS' music.
Ashley explains…
I wrote this song whilst I was going through a hard time with anxiety. It affected my sleep, my social skills and my relationships. I've always felt a strange pressure due to being one of the only black kids that played music, wore skinnies and skated in my area.
For as long as I can remember I've always been told to "dress/act more black" or that I listened to the wrong music – in some weird way I liked it, and the rebellion felt empowering, but during this period I felt vulnerable on stage rather than powerful. I'd place myself in other people minds rather than concentrate on my performance.
Tune in now.
Catch HAUS at the following shows:
February
1 Sheffield Café Totem
2 Glasgow The Garage (Attic Bar)
3 Newcastle Jumpin Jaks
4 Leicester The Cookie
5 Leeds Community Room
7 Manchester Soup Kitchen
8 Cardiff Clwb Ifor Bach
9 Bristol Hy Brasil
10 London Omeara
12 Southampton Joiners
13 Brighton Sticky Mikes
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