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Swansea, UK's Hot Mass are back with a new single called 'Astroturf,' which sees the band take their eclectic taste in music and throw it all into the melting pot to create a melodic, grunge fuelled, indie popping, jaw dropping, punk banger awash with defiant upbeat lyricism..It is the first single off the band's upcoming album, “Happy, smiling and Living the Dream,” which will be released in Autumn 2022 via Brassneck Records (UK), This Charming Man Records (EU), The Black Numbers (US).

Featuring twelve melodic and poignant songs,'Happy, Smiling and Living the Dream' expertly combines driving rhythms with their know-how of infusing catchy melodies. The sounds of early college rock, 90’s grunge and UK punk particularly shine through on this record. The band feel more self-assured than ever and play with themes of joy and melancholy, with relatable lyrics that take a questioning, satirical and sometimes apathetic stance on world affairs and modern lifestyles.