New album and tour on the horizon, dogs wreak havoc in rock ‘n’ roll industry.
Bristol punk band Split Dogs is back with a bang, unleashing their latest single “Rock ‘N’ Roll Business,” a precursor to their upcoming album Nice N’ Rough, due out on September 25th.
The track is a high-energy, sub-three-minute explosion of relentless power, melding bold riffs, breakneck pace, and fierce attitude to make a straightforward statement of purpose. The single’s vigor and grit draw inspiration from the band’s rigorous touring schedule over the past couple of years, infusing it with a sense of urgency.
Lyrically, “Rock ‘N’ Roll Business” takes a playful jab at the inner workings of the music industry, painting a picture of the industry through the lens of a British gangster film. Lead vocalist Harry Martinez delivers the track with a spirited defiance, highlighting the egos, behind-the-scenes dealings, and chaos inherent in the business while embracing the band’s outsider stance.
The accompanying music video further emphasizes this concept, featuring vintage cars, leather-clad aesthetics, and a do-it-yourself ethos that mirrors the band’s overall approach. Produced with the help of friends and collaborators, the video underpins Split Dogs’ fiercely independent spirit.
Recorded at a Leeds studio situated in a former Victorian police station, Nice N’ Rough promises an intense experience across its thirteen tracks. Teaming up with producer Jonah Falco, the band draws from punk, glam, and hard rock influences, inspired by the likes of Motörhead and The Stooges, while infusing their unique contemporary urgency.
Beyond the musical firepower and bold attitude, the album delves into deeper subjects like mental health challenges and personal resilience, offering a blend of chaos and catharsis. It showcases a band growing in confidence while staying true to their raw, unfiltered essence.
With an exciting year ahead, Split Dogs are embarking on an extensive tour featuring headline shows, festival appearances, and international dates, culminating in a major European tour later in the year. If “Rock ‘N’ Roll Business” is any indication, Split Dogs are on an unstoppable trajectory.
The band’s UK and Ireland tour dates cover multiple cities from Glasgow to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Burton Upon Trent, Cheltenham, Blackpool, Winchester, Devon, and more. As they gear up for the album release and subsequent tour, Split Dogs are proving that they are a force to be reckoned with in the punk rock scene, showing no signs of slowing down.