Guildford duo Son Of Cabe mix together both pop and indie on their latest release, Happy. It’s an incredible song and I really do think these guys could make it to the charts at some point in the near future. Catch them now before they get too big!
By Jane Howkins
You recently released a single titled Happy, which we reviewed. What can you tell us about the track and what does the title refer to?
It’s the 3rd single off our debut EP, Numb. Ironically named Happy, it’s a song about self-sabotage and how sometimes it can feel like your mind is working against you, whether that’s by making you feel sad, angry, stressed or anxious. It’s written from a character called Alchemist’s perspective (who the whole EP is themed around).
How has the reception been so far, and where can Happy be purchased?
The reception has been so good, to Happy and the rest of the songs on the EP. Happy is available on all major digital music platforms!
Do you plan to release any more singles in the near future?
Yes, for sure, definitely early next year!
You released an EP titled Numb recently. What can you tell us about the EP?
It’s a concept EP about a character called Alchemist and his struggles to fix his mental health and trauma through chemicals.
What is the composition process like for you?
As we currently live quite far away from each other, a lot of it is done online – over Facetime by just sending ideas back and forth.
Did the pandemic hinder your work much?
Of course, it halted our live shows, but it did a lot of good for our writing; we had so much more time on our hands and we managed to work on a load of music. In fact, the concept and most of the songs on the EP were created during that time.
Your music has elements of indie, pop and rock. What/who influences you most as artists? What have you been listening to recently?
Conor: Currently I’m listening to a lot of Loyle Carner, Tove Lo and Tennyson.
Jack: Recently I’ve been playing a lot of Joji, parcels, Cafune, Kendrick Lamar and Twenty One Pilots.
You’re based in Guildford. What is the music scene like in your part of the world?
We both went to university in Guildford where we met. The scene is mostly made up of university bands, but it’s very close to London which allowed us to quickly look for shows there. We’re actually now based in Liverpool and Fareham (near Portsmouth), living that long distance band life for the time being!
Do you have any tour dates lined up for the UK?
Right now, no, but we’re planning shows for next year as we speak.
Any last words for the fans?
We really hope you like our new EP Numb and hope to see you at a show or two next year!