Pig Pen (Matty Matheson) announce debut album, unveil single "Mental Mentality"
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Matty Matheson's new hardcore band Pig Pen has announced their debut album, 'Mental Madness', set for release on June 27. They have released their first single, 'Mental Mentality', which combines sludgy noise-rock with a burst of energetic hardcore. The band, featuring notable musicians from various backgrounds, wrote the 10 tracks in a single day, showcasing their collaborative creativity. The album's lyrics reflect the complexities of mental health, described by Matheson as a struggle that can overshadow even the brightest days. The music promises a unique frenetic experience, reflective of their intense emotional themes.
“I have the mental madness. I’m sick. I’m sick. I’m sick.” This line encapsulates the raw energy and emotional struggle in our debut single, ‘Mental Mentality.’
Matheson emphasizes, “No matter how good or bad your life is, you can still hate yourself. I’ve got to ask myself why am I feeling the ways I’m feeling?”
In just one day, we created something deeply personal. Each track on ‘Mental Madness’ addresses the theme of mental health in a frenetic hardcore style.
Pig Pen’s music is a reflection of intense experiences, written in a single day, yet showcasing the complexity of mental health challenges.
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