Chateau Chateau is an evolving community of musicians led by power couple Alex (vocals and guitar) and Rachel (vocals and keytar). Tom (drums), Jordan (keyboard and guitar), and Zach (bass and guitar) complete the line-up. In true DIY fashion, they do everything from start to finish. In addition to song-writing, this includes recording songs, printing shirts, building props, and sewing stage costumes.

Just over 2,5 year after they formed, Chateau Chateau already prove a Carte Blanche Music favourite. The Tucson, Arizona band is well-known for combining flamboyant glam-rock with lyrics that are much more sober and dark. Think of subjects like mental illnesses, addiction, and suicide.

But in 2020, things are different. On their new single Hey There, the music is as dark as the lyrics. It’s a melancholic ballad about the struggles of choosing for short-term comfort instead of long-term consequences. Alas a theme that fits the shifting spirits now that the pandemic lasts longer than some had expected.

Recommended as well:
Burn Me Alive
Evidence

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Werner Schlosser

I’m a music industry watcher and journalist. Worked at a CD club, a record store chain and was editor in chief of an entertainment trade magazine. Have been in the radio business since 1987, producing and presenting shows. Was music director of several stations. Also, I developed the European Border Breakers Chart, Music Moves Europe Talent Chart and ESNS Chart. CEO of Werner Bros. tekst | uitleg.