Emerging from the shadows of the pandemic, Remain Blank is a band that embodies the frustrations and lost opportunities of a generation sidelined by global crises. Formed by a group of young adults who spent their formative years navigating the strange terrain of online schooling and social isolation, Remain Blank has honed a raw, unfiltered sound that speaks directly to the disillusionment of the post-Covid youth. As they prepare to unleash a wave of music this year, they stand poised to become the voice of a generation that is anything but silent.
Their debut single ‘Plastic Hooligans’ is a bold statement of intent. The track is a blistering, riff-driven anthem that captures the angst and pent-up energy of a band that has spent two years perfecting their craft in the rehearsal room. Frontman Alex Heywood’s vocal delivery is a mix of defiance and nonchalance, pulling listeners in with a hook that lingers long after the song ends. The guitars and drums are relentless, but it’s the unexpected instrumental break in the middle of the song that truly sets ‘Plastic Hooligans’ apart- it’s reminiscent of Smashing Pumpkins and a moment of calculated chaos that belies the band’s youth and signals their potential for greatness.
Although ‘Plastic Hooligans’ wasn’t always destined to be the band’s signature track. As Heywood recalls, the song’s inception was born out of real-life encounters with those they dubbed “plastic hooligans.” The initial attempts to bring the song to life in the studio fell flat, and it was almost abandoned altogether. However, in a moment of spontaneous creativity during a rehearsal, everything clicked, and the song found its true form in a matter of minutes. Since then, it has become the climactic closer to their live sets, leaving audiences with a lasting impression of the band’s raw energy and unpolished charm.
With nostalgic vibes from 70s punk and 90s grunge, they share the rawness, angst and refreshing authenticity of contemporary bands such as Shame. Remain Blank are channeling their shared sense of frustration and determination into something that feels both urgent and necessary. With ‘Plastic Hooligans’, Remain Blank stakes their claim as one of the most exciting new bands to watch, and if their debut is any indication, we are eager to hear what they offer in the months ahead.
