HALFHEAD channels the unfiltered energy and grit of post-punk in their first official release, Phanta-C.
HALFHEAD – Phant-C
Based in Glasgow, Scotland, HALFHEAD is a rising trio made up of Jason Ure (vocals/guitar), Ryan Creighton (bass/backing vocals), and Liam McDonagh (drums/backing vocals). Emerging within the independent scene, their sound is a confrontational blend of distorted bass, urgent rhythms, and unapologetic lyricism. Rather than echoing post-punk tropes, HALFHEAD delivers a raw, direct rejection of societal illusions and forced narratives. Emphatically assuring that this group is not just another typical act of the genre, it’s a confrontation.
HALFHEAD emerges from raw chaos and a bleak, grayscale reality, pushing back against the hollow ideals of modern life. There’s no illusion or escape in their music, only a fractured truth laid bare, accompanied by the sound of a world coming apart at the seams.
With their official debut single Phanta-C, HALFHEAD lays out both their sonic identity and core message. The track digs into the disillusionment and frustration tied to modern life, confronting the outdated norms, societal labels, and expectations that continue to shape and limit how we’re expected to exist in today’s world.
Reflecting this bold mindset, Phanta-C delivers an intense and direct blast of sound, fueled by chaos and defiance. With frantic guitar riffs, rapid drum patterns, and Jason’s commanding vocals, the track becomes a post-punk hymn filled with raw distortion and unbridled confidence.
“Phanta-C stands as a raw post-punk anthem, blending chaotic energy with a sharp, unmistakable message that hits as forcefully as its gritty, hard-edged sound.”
What sets HALFHEAD apart is their unfiltered honesty in expressing their philosophy. They don’t offer an idealised view of the world; instead, their strength lies in presenting a raw, unvarnished reality. Their music strips away all pretences, exposing society in its most raw and unapologetic form.
