Wild Tibetan Monks Return With New Single The Screw
Dublin alternative-rock band Wild Tibetan Monks are back with their latest single, The Screw
, bringing together influences of rock, blues, funk and indie. Having spent two years writing, recording and touring in Western Australia before returning home during the pandemic, the band are now back with fresh music following a brief hiatus.
The Screw
Builds From A Stripped-Back Opening
The Screw
opens with a simple strummed guitar accompanying the vocals, keeping things fairly low-key to begin with. An energetic beat kicks in after the second verse, giving the track a lift before everything is stripped back again. The band continue switching between these quieter and louder sections, keeping things interesting as the song progresses.
As the track approaches its final stretch, a guitar riff takes centre stage, pushing everything towards a big, almost epic-sounding finish. However, rather than ending on a high, the band pull everything back once more, leaving just a few spoken vocals to bring the song to a close.
A Song Years In The Making
Speaking about The Screw
, Wild Tibetan Monks reveal that it's one of their earliest tracks, having been played live and developed for over a decade. The band say the song captures the range of their live sound, working just as well in smaller, intimate venues as it does on bigger stages.
After years of experimenting with the track, they finally felt the time was right to release it. That live experience comes through in the way the song moves between its quieter moments and more energetic sections, giving it a slightly unpredictable feel without losing its direction.
Final Verdict
The Screw
is a welcome return from Wild Tibetan Monks, with its mix of stripped-back guitars, punchy beats and a big closing riff making for an interesting listen. The way the band keep switching between quieter and louder sections gives the track plenty of character, without making things feel too complicated.
After more than a decade of playing around with the song, it's good to finally see The Screw
getting an official release. It's a solid reminder of what Wild Tibetan Monks can bring to the table, and it'll be interesting to hear what else the Dublin band have lined up.
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