Texan indie rock band Swimming With Bears unveiled their moody single, ‘Patient Disguise’ on 29 March 2024 via Swimming With Bears Music, alongside a breathtaking music video. The four-piece band boast 5 million monthly streams across platforms, support from Billboard, and a live session on NPR Music. They’ve shared the stage with internationally renowned bands such as Panic! At The Disco, Weezer, Blue October as well as Circa Survive’s lead singer Anthony Green. They have also worked with some of the most revered producers in the industry, including Gabe Simon (Dua Lipa), Ryan Hadlock (Lumineers) and Nathan Chapman (Taylor Swift). Additionally, they’ve shared their profound soundscape at the Bourbon and Beyond music festival in Louisville, Kentucky, with headliners Lenny Kravitz, Sting, Robert Plant and John Mayer. Finding inspiration from the likes of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Amy Winehouse and The Gorillaz, the foursome have meticulously forged a sound that mirrors their unrivaled passion for music which speaks directly to the listener’s core. Their music has also been likened to rock royalty Kings of Leon, Vampire Weekend, Modest Mouse and The Police.
‘Patient Disguise’, written by the band and produced by Matt Noveskey, blends pain with euphoria through Joe Perry’s passionate vocals, a gripping bassline, and dynamic guitar riffs. The video, directed by Kevin C. McDermo, features eerie shots of Joe consumed by white-gloved hands, symbolizing loneliness and the need for connection.
Swimming With Bears shared: “Patient Disguise began as a demo track we recorded during the COVID lockdown on an old computer. After sitting on the shelf for a while, we pulled it up in the studio during a brainstorming session with our producer. The result is a fully mastered version that has become a standout song at live concerts. Its evolution reflects creativity and resilience, turning a moment of uncertainty into one of our most celebrated tracks.”
Live Tour Dates:
November 22nd – Austin, Texas, The Far Out Lounge
February 4th – Dallas, Texas, Club Dada
February 5th – Austin, Texas, Mohawk
February 6th – Houston, Texas, White Oak Music Hall
February 7th – San Antonio, Texas, Paper Tiger
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