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Sunday 30 April 2023

Gastronaut: The Reviews

 


Thank you to the writers that took time and pixels to review our song. This is a list of our favourite quotes and links back to the original articles. Translations are a mixture of Google Translate and Ted's ability to badly converse in many, if we make an error or change any meanings we apologise, it isn't on purpose!

@jpgchief “...a mesmerizing piece of love, food, strange juices, and just damn straight sex…… But in all seriousness, there’s nothing about this track that doesn’t deserve a nice meal at The Ritz… followed by a nasty session of fluid exchanges in its kitchen. ”

@mangowavereviews “…it has been a long and hard week working at the guillotine factory…. Gastronaut is a legit banger, an atmospheric and emotional Indie song that can be played in the dining room as well as in the bed room. 9 o’clock nasty stimulate their listeners‘ ears, tongues an libido simultaneously.”

@KARLISMYUNKLE “We love the mantra-esque and affirmative delivery of their lyricism, and the subversive nature of what they convey, which fundamentally is also a timeless construct. The manner in which 9 o’clock Nasty share their wisdom is really what sets them apart from their peers.”

@edgarallanpoets”Bizarre, Psychedelic and Ingenious with some Hip Hop nuances that make it particularly groovy.”

@sinusoidal.music “Predominantly, the bass and drum carry the song, while the lyrics are definitely something that you’ll memorize by the second listen. String work and transitions, along with that piano accompanying the bass like a best friend, reminds you of Beck’s work. 9 o’clock Nasty do make sure to give you a roller coaster, even though you might have only paid for a bus ride.”

@rockeramag “I loved the piano lines and how they smoothly went on with those neat guitars and deep bass, all within a solid flowing structure that kept things moving dynamically, resulting in an enjoyable tune with a spicy twist that keeps the listener hooked.”

@gdltudosobremusica  “Maintaining its sound with an engaging vocal line and very rich instrumental elements, 'Gastronaut' is a track that continues to show all their versatility, going through elements of punk/alt/garage rock and post-punk, all this in a lyricism about sex, which includes the excerpt "I go as low as you need me to go, let your juices flow”

@iggymagazine "The Gastronaut" is without any circumstances one of the best releases of this year. From the first notes, we are transported to a universe that is both dark and mesmerizing, where the singer's voice is highlighted in a masterful way.”

@itsallindie “…dominated by a moody bassline and a vocal line that can hook you in no matter what. Lyrically it's got moments that can entice a crowd of people to sing-along in no time, and with the tight drumbeat and bass flowing all over it you'll find your feet tapping along rather quickly. Be warned, it seems that 9 o'clock Nasty's music is infectious - approach with caution!”

@info_music_fr “More than a surprise, the new 9 o'clock single Nasty is a real wind of renewal. Captivating, attractive and catchy,”

@headbangersnews_br “Oldschool rock and roll with the sensitivity of modern indie”

@musicaenpalabras_ “"The Gastronaut" invites us to surrender completely, to surrender to the maelstrom of sensations that his notes and words evoke. Through a crunchy and squeaky bass line, accompanied by fluid and captivating rhythms, the song plunges us on a journey of self-discovery. The barking instructions and the chorus of auditory worms on a crazy piano melody drill deep into our brain, defying the limits of our musical perception. The emotional impact and the lyrical audacity take us beyond the conventional, showing us an unexpected and stimulating sound panorama.”



Saturday 29 April 2023

The Gastronaut

 

Available at > YouTube | Amazon Music | Spotify | Apple Music

The Gastronaut is the second of two April 2023 singles by 9 o'clock Nasty 


Listening Notes

“I’ll go as low as you need me to go, let your juices flow.”

Food porn. Porn porn. What happens when the sensual pleasure of food just becomes… well, sex? What really is the best thing you can do with your mouth?

THE GASTRONAUT is the sound in our heads. It is what the voices whisper to us when we try to sleep.

(c) 2023 9 o'clock Nasty

Sydd Spudd Drums, gong, vocals

Pete Brock Piano & keyboards, vocals

Ted Pepper Bass, vocals


Sunday 23 April 2023

The Gastronaut. New Single. Out Saturday 29th May

 

“I’ll go as low as you need me to go, let your juices flow.”


Food p0rn. P0rn p0rn. What happens when the sensual pleasure of food just becomes… well, s3x? What really is the best thing you can do with your mouth?


Good news. We wrote a song about it. THE GASTRONAUT is probably the least obvious and yet most direct thing we’ve ever done. Give yourself up. Surrender. 


We have loved collaborating with people this year, but sometimes we just have to get back to the purest, simplest form of what we do. THE GASTRONAUT is the sound in our heads. It is what the voices whisper to us when we try to sleep. Pete Brock banging the keys of a haunted piano on a sinking ship over Sydd's winding beats and Ted's bust-gut bass. 


Out on all platforms on Saturday May 29th.


"Meet me in the Kitchen. Bard Me Baste Me Knap Me Up"


Sunday 9 April 2023

Reviews for The Worms

  


Thank you to everyone that takes the time to listen to our stuff and writes about it. We try to link to and comment on what we see.

@jpgchief “Yet again, the Nasty achieved to prove me wrong in my expectations of how this track was going to sound. Am I so indoctrinated to the Post-Punk capacities of these British gentlemen, that I fail to see beyond their gnarly and twisted energy? Maybe the Unicorns have taken over their minds, “Ye need more atmospheric elements” they say.”

@mangowavereviews When life gives you worms, you might want to ask why the heck life gave you worms – unless you are a biologist doing research on worms. Somewhere between Dream Pop and panic attacks, between Indie Rock and daydreaming, 9 o’clock nasty and I am the Unicorn Head have teamed up to create two versions of this angsty psychedelic track. Here are The Worms!"

@edgarallanpoets “Today they offer us a surprisingly introspective song… the line “I never asked to be alive, I never asked to be anything at all” echoes in my head. It’s always like this… the bands that seem the most playful and careless are always the deepest in the end. A bit like clowns who have their nostalgic aura even when they make you laugh."

@Elnews.media “… an EP that defies convention. "The Worms" is a two-track EP that displays the two bands' unique sound… a perfect blend of indie rock, synth pop, post-punk, alternative rock, and new wave. "The Worms" EP is a sonic explosion of energy and twisted logic, with groovy basslines and haunting synths that make you lose your mind. The two bands bring different elements to the EP, with 9 o'clock Nasty's techno and electronica influences and I Am The Unicorn Head's subtle soundscape and pop sensibility. Both bands' versions of "The Worms" are joined up and shared, and there is something truly magical going on with this collaboration.”

@musicforallmag “But what really amazes me (No wonder, woman! Everything they do is pure creativity juice!), is how the sound design of the 9 o'clock Nasty sounds. And taking into account the recent releases, more raw, aggressive, leaning towards punk, the architecture of “The Worms, Pt. 1” , for example, is a lesson on how each electronic element can transform the song. YES! And it's not that I consider something completely stray from previous performances, but it's important to make clear how much I was moved by the melody and how many rabbits the band pulls out of the hat and surprises the fans.  

The synths build rainbow colors and we float to the pot of gold. There the bass appears imposing, and that doesn't change, I agree, but the beat, although energetic, and the vocals, are more sentimental, dreamy; a more thoughtful and philosophical tone, which looks inward and speaks how it feels. See, 9 o'clock Nasty's rebellious charm was just charm. Deep down they are cute! And they know that despite the endless mishaps we face every day, life is a gift!”

@theothersidereviews “delicious demon of chaotic sound…. Not forceful in any way, each track has a nostalgic throwback to synth-pop sounds of yesteryear; however, a contemporary edginess peeks through the slivers of electropop, synths, pounding drums and heavy bass. Haunting melancholy and vulnerability drips from each track winding intimacy into The Worms. While ‘The Worms Part 1’ is more electronic than the harder ‘The Worms Part 2’, the lads explore human fragility within the melodies. 9 O’Clock Nasty might have toe-tapping, soul-stirring melodies, but is often the provocative lyricism which captures the profoundness of their songs”

@fvmusicblog “Hailing from Leicester, the brilliant band 9 O’CLOCK NASTY are back with their stunning release ‘The Worms’. It is filled with thought-provoking lyrics, accessible melodies and warm production. 9 O’CLOCK NASTY go from strength to strength and we look forward to hearing what will come next”

@findnoenemy ““The Worms” offers a unique blend of groovy electro-disco beats, haunting basslines, and pop sensibility, all wrapped up in a package of GROOVE-SEX-ANGST-MYSTERY-POP…. They’re maddening, off the rails, and consistently defying convention. But it’s an imagination and creative spark that makes 9 o’clock Nasty precisely the kind of madness’ you’re dying to experience. “The Worms” is outlandish at its best and downright car battery energy when you need it. A fury unleashed and a vibe to throw down to."

@infomusic.fr “Enough to distract you while you wait in a particularly long line. The new title of the 9 o'clock Nasty trio is inevitably what you need. Music worthy of an orchestra when listening to a particularly immersive and transcendent symphony. “The Worms" is this composed of emotions that explode in your ear and therefore the active ingredient is none other than your sensitivity. Accompanied this time by I Am The Unicorn Head, the group does not hesitate to extend their sphere beyond the expectations of its listeners.”

@york_calling “Part 1 is the 9 o’clock Nasty mix. It broods with a retro ’80s vibe, driving bass and percussion and angsty vocals. It’s a little different from what we’re used to from the rockers, leaning more into techno than punk. For Part 2, I Am The Unicorn Head take control. Their approach to the track is bolder and more anthemic. There’s a Killers-esque quality to their brash indie rock take. I love what both 9 o’clock Nasty and I Am The Unicorn Head are doing on the underground UK rock scene and it’s great to have them collaborating again. The two parts of The Worms proves that you can be wonderfully unique while also finding synergies with other innovators. Above all, The Worms is a banger of a rock track that demands a listen (twice). “

@artistionline_playlist “The distressing verse “I never asked to be alive, I never asked to be anything” resounds in our ears like a desperate mantra hidden by subtle black humor. We can't determine which version we liked the most, but it's nice to imagine it as a single long track.”

@edmrekords  “On “The Worms Pt 1 (Nasty Mix),” the synths are heavenly, drifting into the foreground like mist. The vocals float deep and weightless, carrying the song into the disco domain and beyond. It’s achingly cool, with a sheen of melancholy. I Am The Unicorn Head’s “The Worms Pt 2 (Unicorn Mix)” has the opposite effect, pummeling the listener with huge, guitars and thundering drums. The synths and vocals cut through the noise, as hooks and screams emerge from the fray.”

 


Saturday 8 April 2023

The Worms

   


Available at > YouTube | Amazon Music | Spotify | Apple Music

The Worms is the first of two April 2023 singles by 9 o'clock Nasty 


Listening Notes

We've been before. It was electric. Once you taste being involved in a pop song so sublime you can't believe you were involved in it, well you're hooked. Existential Dread, our single with I Am The Unicorn Head is currently our most popular ever song on Spotify, and for good reason. It is greater than the sum of the parts. More Nasty than Nasty. More Unicorn than Unicorn.

So here is the second, and we think it's better. We worked hard on this and have ended up with two versions. To be clear both bands played on both versions. Both bands wrote both versions. 

Part 1 is the version we mixed and arranged. We heard a disco-diva smash pop creation fighting to get out. So we made it.

Part 2 is the one that I Am The Unicorn Head heard. It is darker and calls from the heart. A broken heart.

(c) 2023 9 o'clock Nasty and I Am The Unicorn Head

Sydd Spudd Drums

Pete Brock Guitar, drum programming, vocals

Ted Pepper Bass, vocals

I Am The Unicorn Head, vocals, synths