Submotion Orchestra returns with Side Two, a track that layers warm synth pads, arpeggios, and pulsating rhythms to build momentum and intensity. As the arrangement swells, pounding drums and swirling pads create a powerful backdrop for vocal fragments to shine through. Side Two is part of their upcoming Five Points EP, marking their first release in six years since Kites.
Recorded over two months, Five Points signals a more focused and cohesive direction for the band. Known for their fusion of deep electronica, jazz, soul, and ambient downtempo, Submotion Orchestra continues to push their sonic boundaries. This EP features the delicate voice of Ruby Wood, who delivers performances where her vocals are used as an instrument, blending with the synth-heavy, experimental arrangements. Stripped-back elements enhance the impact, while the lyrics reflect on the band’s 15-year journey and the complexities of adulthood—relationships, responsibilities, and the gradual shift from youthful optimism to a more grounded realism.
Submotion Orchestra, formed in Leeds in 2009, gained quick recognition with their debut album Finest Hour. Over the years, they have built a reputation for their genre-defying sound and stunning live shows. The band recently revisited their past with the Unplugged collections and a 2023 acoustic tour, bringing fan favorites to audiences in a stripped-back format. Their new EP Five Points, alongside the forthcoming album, continues to blend electronic, jazz, and soul influences in a uniquely atmospheric way.
