The eclectic trio also headlined a pop-up skate gig to promote “New Highs” and their new major label EP
After
dropping the Crazy Donkey-assisted track “New Highs”
last month, alternative pop/soul trio of Mercury pivots toward a
more experimental direction on their new EP, CHANGIN’ Volume 2—released
under Sony Music Philippines.
Embracing
genre-melding tunes with fresh, innovative production. CHANGIN’ Volume 2 sets
the stage for a groovy kind of trip.
The EP features three tracks that are rendered with amazing level of detail. Co-produced by their former bandmate knōwmaad, the three-part release includes “STRESSES,” a soulful, electro-pop anthem that is punctuated by retro-modern grooves and heavy 808 bass; “ENERGY,” a club jam that articulates the frustration of wanting to enact changes within a retrogressive system; and “CHOLULA (Cut You Loose),” a feel-good bop with laid-back funk influences.
“In
this whole process, we explored new elements that we haven't tried before,”
shares the band in a statement. “Lyrics-wise, all the songs are different from
each other.”
CHANGIN’
Volume 2 follows the release of “New Highs,” a collaboration with Chinese
breakthrough producer Crazy Donkey. The song is co-written by multi-platinum
award-winning songwriter, Jesper Borgen, who has been responsible for writing
hits from the likes of Alan Walker, Bebe Rexha and many more.
The
stand-alone track is accompanied by a music video
directed by LA-based filmmaker Garreth Hoffman. Shot in the iconic Venice Beach
skate part, the visuals serve as the perfect embodiment of the song’s message.
“We wanted to showcase the process, including the ups and downs (and falls)
that skaters go through on a day-to-day basis.”
To
promote the “New Highs” MV and gear up for the highly anticipated release of
CHANGIN’ Volume 2, of Mercury hosted a pop-up skate gig at Chibz Resto Bar in
Intramuros, Manila last April 27, 2022. Attended by outdoor sports enthusiasts,
influencers, and music fans, the event featured skateboard activities in the
afternoon, and performances by electronic producer Zelijah, rising hip-hop
artist Young Cocoa, and of Mercury.
Check out of Mercury’s socials:
CHANGIN’
Volume 2 is out now on all digital
music platforms worldwide. Watch the music video of “New Highs” here.
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