Jax Bowes
Based in Brighton and London, Jax is a freelance writer who has worked at Abbey Road Studios and been to more festivals than she can remember. She’s all about guitar music, tight instrumentals, heavy bass lines, and lyrics that carry real weight. She holds a BA and MA in Creative Writing and has worked on projects for the National Trust and the Bloomsbury Festival London. Inspired by cross-genre, she is drawn to the moments where music and meaning overlap.
Ducks Ltd.’s new single ‘Heavy Bag’ has dropped, building the eager release of their second album ‘Harm’s Way’ out on February 9th
The jangle pop duo’s familiar rhythmic melodies are replaced by an acoustic start with the pensive vocals creating shimmering reflections of blue. ‘Heavy Bag’ begins unfiltered, the guitar picking framing the lyrical, melancholy story that’s shaded by reverb undertones.
The tempo creeps up along with the layered string instruments, providing texture to the much-loved pockets of obscurity before picking up to a cordial guitar riff. It’s almost as if you’re sat on a train through the countryside as your sombre daydreaming gets interrupted by spotting someone you love skipping through a field towards a canopy of trees.
There are moments of new-wave and playful indie leaving you emotionally invested. As the track builds, the guitar has you tapping your toes whilst the subdued vocals win you over; the contrast works harmoniously and showcases Ducks Ltd.’s diverse disposition.
The duo’s strong lyrical presence examines relatable themes; it’s a musical hand-hold, reminding you of the universal strains of the human experience.
Check out the extra UK/EU dates added to their tour HERE.
‘Harms Way’ is out on 9th February via Carpark Records.
Listen to ‘Heavy Bag’ here: