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Paul Piñon | Marc Schulz | Joel De La Garza | Dave McLeod | Erik Salinas
Austin rock band Rival Waves embarks on a new chapter with their new single, “Time’s Up,” out June 14, 2024, on Lunar Drive Records.
Stream of “Time’s Up” Below:
Embracing an open and collaborative approach to songwriting, production, and recording, Rival Waves has found itself a more cohesive, self-contained, unit – relishing in the freedom to release music on their terms.
This Is No Drill…
“Time’s Up” is a visceral anthem that confronts society’s complacency with relentless musical energy. The lyrics, “Your time is up this is no drill / the seas are rising and the fires are raging still,” convey an urgent, apocalyptic warning. The chorus, “A dream deferred, never stopping to think / living our lives, somewhere out on the brink,” serves as a clarion call for immediate action against disasters fueled by greed, ignorance, and inaction.
The urgency is mirrored in the song’s dynamic sound, starting with a shotgun burst of energy. The band locks into a driving rhythm that propels the song forward, intensifying as it builds to a powerful climax. Singer Joel De La Garza’s impassioned plea, “Lions, awake!” urges listeners to recognize their power and demand change in their world.
As a surprise to their fans, “Time’s Up” had its worldwide radio premiere the day before its release when the song was selected as the KUTX 98.9 FM Song of the Day. In the short time since its release, “Time’s Up” has amassed over 20,000 streams on Spotify alone – a huge reaction thus far for the emerging independent act.
Just For One Day…
The B-side of the single is a cover of David Bowie’s iconic ’77 smash “Heroes.” This juxtaposition highlights the band’s knack for balancing dark themes with hopeful messages.
While “Time’s Up” channels urgency and frustration, “Heroes” offers a glimmer of hope, showcasing Rival Waves’ desire to combat despair with a message of love conquering all.
Advanced Stream of “heroes” Below:
Rival Waves Returns to ATX
To celebrate the release of the new single, Rival Waves performed their first Austin show of 2024 Friday, June 21st, to a standing room only crowd at The Courtyard ATX in the heart of downtown Austin’s legendary 4th Street District. The band was joined by local new wave stalwarts MASS MINOR and the firey, post-rock grunge trio Tough On Fridays.
This highly anticipated event was an electrifying night, marking a significant milestone for the band and their fans.
For more information, interviews, or press inquiries, please contact:
Frank Heron
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“Time’s Up”
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Tracklist:
01. Time’s Up
02. heroes
One-Sheet:
“Time’s Up” – One Sheet (.pdf)
KUTX Song of the Day
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What “Everyone” Is Saying…
“It’s just such true art that this music can appeal to anyone in whatever stage as a fan you want to give yourself to the listening experience…and you can’t say that about music every day.”
– Chris “Frenchie“ Smith
“I am genuinely excited for what I’m hearing…the first time i pushed play i was like…”catchy”. I love a band that gives me the word “catchy” right away. I don’t think that’s that’s an easy thing to do.”
– The Austin Downbeat
“A blend of early 2000s Foo Fighters and modern expressions of pop-punk, Rival Waves creates easily digestible pop-rock with craft and care. They bring the thunder every single time.”
– The Austinot
“This Austin-based band has crafted a mesmerizing record that is sure to expand their fan base.“
– The Cosmic Clash