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Virgin Kids get loud and let loose on new track "Bruised Knees"

22 February 2016, 09:45 | Written by Jessica Goodman

Virgin Kids have shared a volatile new track called "Bruised Knees" from their debut album Greasewheel.

Diving headfirst into their music with a reckless abandon, Virgin Kids aren't afraid of a little damage, and "Bruised Knees" is a a potent example of the trio's unhinged nature. It's pure turbulence condensed into a mere two minutes. Tearing through distorted refrains at a breakneck speed, it races with a spirit that leaves its mark. Scuzzed-up vocals screech and sear, rapidfire percussion inciting a thrash-around-in-chaos energy that's impossible not to get caught up in.

"Bruised Knees" is surf rock on speed, a haywire construction of delirious solos and bold, contagious choruses. It's rough, it's raw, and it's ready to rock your world.

Greasewheel is released via Fluffer Records (UK) and Burger Records (US) on 11 March.

Stream "Bruised Knees" below, and find Virgin Kids' upcoming UK tour dates beneath.

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March

10 - London, The Victoria
11 - London, Rough Trade West
12 - London, Flash Back (all three stores)
14 - London, Rough Trade East
15 - Brighton, Hope And Ruin
16 - Nottingham, Rough Trade
17 - Manchester, Fallow Cafe
18 - York, Fulford Arms
19 - Leeds, Headrow House
20 - Oxford, The Library
25 - London, The Lock Tavern
26 - Birmingham, Secret Location
30 - Nottingham, Bodega *
31 - Hull, Adelphi *

April

1 - Newcastle, Think Tank *
2 - Glasgow, Stereo *
4 - Belfast, Mandela Hall *
5 - Dublin, The Workingmans Club *
7 - Leeds, Brudenell Social Club *
8 - Leicester, The Cookie *
9 - Cardiff, Dim Swn Festival *
11 - Bristol, Start The Bus *
12 - Southampton, Joiners Arms *

* = w/ The Big Moon

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