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Ōtautahi band ‘Somebody Do Something’ hits the ground running this autumn with their debut album, ‘As Rome Burns’, released Friday 14th April; an ecstatic showcase of the bands versatility and musical prowess. Independently recorded and produced by Jacob Patchett, the album features ten unique tracks that range from R&B grooves to anthemic rock hits. ‘As Rome Burns’ is genre-bending and innovative, drawing on an array of musical influences ranging from heavy metal to classical, resulting in a blend of songs that are both emotionally powerful and technically impressive.
Formed in 2020, Somebody Do Something is a six-piece unit with a soul-fuelled jungle of sound. Since formation they have been making waves in the Aotearoa music scene with their unique alt-rock bangers and dynamic live performances. After their recent nation-wide tours, RDU Live-to-Air, recurring top ten features on RDU 98.5FM weekly Te Ahi Top 10, and being featured on the NZ Music Month ‘Celebrating Wahine’ playlist, Somebody Do Something are beyond excited to share their highly anticipated debut album with the world.
The sound of Somebody Do Something is characterised by the interweaving of the saxophone and violin with a traditional rock quartet. This brings to the mix a diverse range of textures and melodies, adding an almost orchestral quality to the rhythmic funk-rock sound-world of Somebody Do Something.
‘As Rome Burns’ was a true labour of love for the band, who spent the past one and a half years crafting the album. The recording process was partly funded by the band’s 2021 Boosted NZ Campaign, where with the help of their supporters they generated 110% of their $8000 fundraising goal. ‘As Rome Burns’ is available now on all major streaming platforms, as well as on CD.