Indie pop Natives are the perfect example of a band carving their own way in the world. Two years ago they released their debut album Indoor War, and they’re back, bigger and better. They don’t do things by halves, and their video for ‘Stop The Rain’ is just the tip of the iceberg.
Take four and a half minutes out your day to live vicariously through the New Forest quartet adventuring around Morocco. The video documents their recent trip to the country which has been a huge influence on their forthcoming new album.
Guitarist Jack Fairbrother said: “There’s a lot of negativity and xenophobia in the world at the moment so it feels like the perfect time to share a positive story about mixing with other cultures.
“We met Berbers in Agadir, where drumming circles are a part of everyday social life and were captivated by the way rhythm was used to bring people together and tell stories. This idea, coupled with the welcoming warmth of the culture formed the heart and soul of ‘Stop The Rain’.”
Natives were led to Morocco following their love of percussion, which prevails in their new single. Their pop sensibilities remain as strong as ever, but there’s a more raw, cultured texture to ‘Stop The Rain’. Morocco’s culture meets the band’s enthusiasm for it and creates a spectacular burst of joy.
The new single will be released on July 29th, and is the second installment of the band’s forthcoming 20-track concept album. It’ll be accompanied by a novel.
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