As It Is debut new single "The Wounded World," announce new album 'The Great Depression'

Brighton quartet, As It Is, broke news of their forthcoming new album, The Great Depression, with new single, “The Wounded World.”

Frontman Patty Walters spoke about the new single: “‘The Wounded World’ is a commentary on the polarised and volatile modern reality, which we’ve allowed. The video depicts a not-so-distant dystopia, where present-day headlines and technologies are displayed in exhibits as the warning signs of an impending disaster. I feel that we as a society have embodied a destructive habit of talking without listening, surrounding ourselves with alternative facts and headlines, totally void of open-mindedness or empathy. Despite the labels and beliefs that all too often divide us, we are one people, and we’re all to blame.”

“The Great Depression is about the societal romanticisation of depression, the disrepair of present-day human connection, told through the story of a man who finds himself face-to-face with Death. This album is about asking questions rather than offering answers, exploring the lines where consolation and glorification collide, and asking if art is too subjective to offer a universal solution.

We’ve approached this subject with the tremendous respect and sensitivity it warrants. Mental health awareness and prioritisation has always been immensely important to us, and we want to use this platform for good and to challenge problematic behaviours and stigmas. More so than ever before, we’ll be working alongside incredible non-profits, donating proceeds to worthy causes, and using our music in hopes of creating a positive change.”

The Great Depression will be broken down into four stages. Check out the video for “Wounded World above. As It Is will play the Vans Warped Tour all summer long from June 21 through Aug. 5 before releasing the album on Aug. 10.

TRACKLISTING:

Stage I: Denial