Sarpa Salpa - Stick To What You Know

Sarpa Salpa was formed in 2017 by Marcus Marooth (vocals), George Neath (guitar), Ethan Whitby (bass) and Charlie Doe (drums). In August last year, the band became a five piece with the addition of Meg Amirghisvand (synths). Around that time, they came on my radar with their irresistible single Before It Goes Dark.

Now, the Northampton outfit are back with a new track. And it only takes one quick listen to know: Sarpa Salpa refuse to disappoint. Stick To What You Know is another one of their well-crafted pop songs. Danceable but credible, with catchy guitar lines, driving drums, and infectious oh-oh’s.

Lyrically, the song is less light-hearted. It’s about defying the pressure to follow a traditional career path. Frontman Marcus Marooth says: ”It’s about finding something that you love and pursuing it with everything you’ve got. There is a lot of pressure in society to find a job, settle down then rinse and repeat. This track is about not settling for that 9-5 job you hate for the rest of your life. Something that’s proved more than testing for everyone in 2020.”

Stick To What You Know is a new banger, that’s sure to extend Sarpa Salpa’s status as radio darlings. It’s the second single to be put out ahead of the band’s sophomore EP, due for release in early 2021.

For more great new music, follow the constantly updated Carte Blanche Music playlist.

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.