The latest single from Louis and The Shakes is the majestic ‘scared.’. It’s a shiny, slow-burn of a track that recalls the deeper works of The Verve, with its climactic soundscape being pushed by shimmering guitars and sweeping string textures. The video that accompanies the track is a moody, brooding black-and-white seascape, reminiscent of Quadrophenia. “I wrote this song after I’d come through a really difficult period in my life,” explains Louis. “I found it therapeutic in many ways, reflecting on my lowest point, the lyrics were like a healing mechanism. The song is about wanting someone to be there for you in your darkest hour. It’s all about being lost, alone and ultimately scared of yourself.” This track is the first teaser from their forthcoming EP, which drops in 2024. -Dan Peeke