Feature: LUMENS – Primrose
Abrasive instrumentation mirrors the lyrical journey; wrestling with ambition, delusion, and the struggle for control.
‘Primrose’ is a cathartic exploration of internal conflict, self-awareness, and the weight of personal expectations.
LUMENS delve into the seductive allure of fleeting satisfaction, the endless pursuit of fulfilment, and the consequences of surrendering to familiar vices.
“Primrose is deeply personal to me,” says vocalist Rhys Jackson Stars. “It’s about the struggle to maintain a balance between satisfaction and the pursuit of true fulfilment. The primrose path may seem inviting, but sometimes, there are flowers you shouldn’t smell along the way”.
‘Primrose’ follows on from leading single ‘In Too Deep’ which released last month and captured the urgency of resistance, with aggressive, jittery energy that drives a message home.
It’s a searing critique of societal control and the manipulative forces that restrict personal freedom.
Both ‘Primrose’ and ‘In Too Deep’ introduce listeners to LUMENS forthcoming debut EP, which explores the raw complexities of human existence.
The EP dives deep into themes of inner battles, societal defiance, and the search for identity and freedom.
It weaves a sonic narrative that’s both punishing and breathtaking— every riff, breakdown, and melody reflects the tension between chaos and catharsis, challenging listeners to confront their own struggles and aspirations.
LUMENS latest single ‘Primrose’ is available to stream now via Wild Thing Records.
