This is our January 2025 single release, a shimmering crescendo.
The old kings shall fall and new ones rise up to take their place. It seemed that the Age of Entitlement was at an end, but white male privilege is once again ascendant.
King Thing is a song about feeling better, more special. Like you’re just waiting for the magical moment when they fall to their knees and recognise that you are the one. When your skin is the right colour, your reproductive organs pass the conservative media test, your age is respectable and yet somehow you struggle to come to terms with the deck of cards you’ve been dealt when you see how much shit the people around you are taking. Beyond toxic masculinity, guilt and rage. From Hackney to Leicester. From Derby to Brighton. By car, by bicycle, by camel.
We first released this tune in 2023. We've been able to remix and improve it quite a bit using all the tricks and techniques we have learned since. The song has been heavily re-recorded and edited to make it as good as we know how. Because we love it. It pops with intensity and purpose. Just how we like it.
We were asked to contribute a tune to the upcoming compilation LP for the Lucy Phillips Art Fund “I’m Not A Fucking Metronome” and this was the tune we picked.
Of all the songs we’re made, this is one that comes back to us again and again. That beat. That majestic guitar. That dirty, dirty bass. We’ve been naughty and it feels so good.
We hope people will like it and will buy a copy of the LP on Bandcamp from https://lucyphillipsartsfund.bandcamp.com/
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“All hail the one and only, all hail the king!”
@edgarallanpoets said “the song seems to live in this delicate balance of control and chaos”
“It’s relentless, unyielding…. When it all comes together, King Thing feels like a vision made manifest: a blend of chaotic energy, solid rhythm, and a psych-rock twist that takes you on a wild ride.
@rockeramag said “it is their signature to deal clearly deep philosophical messages in their hairy and hammer-fisted songs”
“profound depth that is often in stark contrast to their sonic haphazardness… continue to prove that they are a band of intelligence and with a unique musical persona”
@cocomyrrh said “memorable, meaningful, and full of life. The beat sticks in your head, the guitar soars, and the bass gives the track a gritty edge that’s impossible to ignore.”
“Beyond toxic masculinity lies guilt and rage.”
@fvmusicblog said “engaging beats, memorable melodies and punchy production”
“One of the most hard-working bands on the indie scene, 9 o’clock Nasty, are back with the outstanding single, ‘King Thing‘“
@music.ev0lution said “masterful blend of classic rock influences with modern twists creates a sound that’s both melancholic and invigorating.”
“sharply constructed yet maintains the rawness that defines 9 o’clock Nasty‘s signature style”
@thisaktmusic said “"King Thing" is a powerhouse. The track opens with a hypnotic beat that sets the stage for its ominous yet irresistible energy. The bassline, dirty and unrelenting, anchors the song, while the majestic guitar riffs add an almost regal texture to the composition.”
“This interplay of elements creates a soundscape that feels both rebellious and grandiose, a fitting backdrop for the track’s thematic depth.”
@musicearshot said “This isn’t just music you hear; it’s something you feel deeply, pulling you in completely.”
“meticulous production ensuring every note hits its mark. The bassline, described by the band as "dirty, dirty bass," is a standout feature, giving the track a raw, almost primal energy that complements its themes of rebellion and power dynamics.”
@york_calling said “Stripped-back verses trade blows with lush choruses before arriving a lingering outro that will stick with you.
“The track gets going with a funky percussive groove before attitude-laden vocals come in. As ever, 9 o’clock Nasty’s irreverent lyrics shine, full of edgy poetry.”
@audiokaradipress said “It is the build-up to which crime is committed, to which resolve is made-the tune that takes other tunes on in a fistfight. Here’s the win, and it's a K.O:”
“King Thing is one of those singles that becomes your swagger sound, with the wah pedal accenting your corduroy jeans swishing in the winter chill.”
@info_music_fr said “exudes raw energy and rare emotional depth”
“explores complex themes such as toxicity, guilt and rage, mixing incisive lyrics with majestic guitar riffs and an intensely dirty bass.”
@songplodemusic said “The group’s characteristic blend of Alternative Rock, Post-Punk, and Art Rock spills into this track, creating a sonic rollercoaster that’s as precise as a Swiss watch yet packed with gritty undertones.”
“This isn’t just a song—it’s a volley against the perpetual inequities cloaked in the tunes of rap rock gusto and new wave fervor.”
@sinusoidal.music said “establishing a sense of swagger you probably don’t have the fast fashion to carry…. The Beastie Boys energy is laced into the track like a spiked drink”
“put it in a pepper shaker, and give us an even profile of flavour. You know yourself, when have you ever deliberately eaten a whole peppercorn?”
@lacavernamx said “ombines majestic guitar riffs, intensely dirty bass lines and a rhythm that beats with purpose, showing the creative evolution of the band.”
“the lyrics, enigmatic and provocative, move between references to fallen monarchies and surreal journeys on camels, encapsulating the unique style of the band that mixes humor and criticism.”
