Kentucky based post-hardcore quintet, Picturesque have released their hard hitting new single, “Strange Habits“, taken from their newly announced EP, IYKYK (‘if you know, you know’) due out April 21st on Equal Vision Records. The fiery new track follows last month’s “Hopeless”, after several years of dormancy following their critically acclaimed sophomore LP, Do You Feel O.K?. Listen to the new track now below.
Speaking on the new song and plans for 2023, the band said, “This song is a different approach for the band. We didn’t want to take it too seriously. We didn’t want it to be sad. We didn’t want it to be complicated. We just wanted to have a little fun and introduce you to our friend Kyle Hollis.”
“Strange Habits” is a reminder to fans old and new that the band is relentless in their exploration of the sonic landscape of alternative music. Angular guitars swirl around elements of pop, hip hop and electronic music, highlighting the bands highly creative approach to songwriting. Picturesque is a formidable instrumental unit, but special attention must (and should) be given to lead singer and creative mastermind Kyle Hollis. Boasting one of the most dynamic voices in alternative music, his soaring vocals cascade through the track in a way that is altogether original. The official music video features Hollis set against a swirling cinematic backdrop that lends a compelling narrative to the song. You can watch it here.