Philadelphia-based, alternative rock band ASkySoBlack have released their first full-length record, Touch Heaven via New Morality Zine.
Jordan Shteif (Guitar/Vocals), Alec Martin (Drums), Norman Staley (Bass) and Liam Coombe (Guitar) are the musicians behind ASkySoBlack, one of the most captivating bands in the modern alternative scene. They blend the mournful melodies of 90s icons like Hum, Smashing Pumpkins, and Deftones with the chaotic aggression of 00s emo acts like Glassjaw and At the Drive-In. This new record marks a significant evolution in their sound offering personal and musical depth that resonates with anyone navigating grief, personal struggle, or emotional release. It dives into themes of love, loss, and heartbreak, focusing on melody and introspective soundscapes.
Touch Heaven is an album about heartache and consequence. Released almost a year to the date of the culmination of the lead singer’s ten-year relationship, the record explores themes of guilt, listlessness, detachment, depression, longing, and love.
“I’ve spent my entire life falling out with myself. This record was largely written during a time in which despondent self-loathing culminated in the loss of a decade-long friendship and love,” shares lead vocalist and guitarist Jordan Shteif. “Touch Heaven is an admission of guilt, a failure to change, and a cry for help in the face of blatant omens”
The closing track of the LP, “Sore For You,” is a perfect example of a song that lyrically delves into topics of self-loathing and reflection as a relationship ends. It will deeply resonate with listeners experiencing the loss of love in any facet of their lives.
ASkySoBlack has proven themselves as one of the most exciting bands in modern alternative music, racking up over 1.6 million streams on their self-released debut EP What Is Yet to Come? Their follow-up EP, Autumn in the Water, further cemented their sound, amassing 2.1 million streams and catching the attention of fans and critics alike. The band has toured with acts like Soul Blind, Trauma Ray, and Kaonashi, selling out their initial vinyl and CD runs.
They will be heading out on a limited tour run in support of the record next month. They are kicking off in New York on February 18th and hitting cities such as Chicago, Nashville, Atlanta, Orlando, and Baltimore. They will close out the tour in their hometown of Philadelphia on March 7th. Tickets are available to purchase now through the LINK HERE.
Upcoming Tour Dates:
February 18 | Queens, NY @ TV Eye
February 21 | Cleveland, OH @ Birdhouse
February 22 | Grand Rapids, MI @ Morning Ritual
February 23 | Chicago, IL @ Cobra Lounge
February 24 | Indianapolis, IN @ Heater
February 25 | Nashville, TN
February 26 | Atlanta, GA @ 529 Bar
February 27 | Gainesville, FL @ The Ox
February 28 | Tampa, FL @ Skatepark of Tampa
March 1 | Pompano Beach, FL @ Grimz
March 2 | Orlando, FL @ Wills Pub
March 4 | Richmond, VA@ The Camel
March 5 | Baltimore, MD @ Ottobar
March 7 | Philadelphia, PA