Macabre Shoutout: Black Rose Moves Releases New Song “Ghost Town”

Grant Leon and Mark Neat of Black Rose Moves

Hot on the heels of their debut single “Summer of Sorrow,” Black Rose Moves has released another track for your summer listening pleasure, “Ghost Town.” If this is your first time learning about the band, allow me to introduce you. The group hails from Birmingham, UK, and consists of Grant Leon and Mark Neat. Their music embraces darkwave and post-punk sounds, exuding rhythms that are easy to dance to. Here’s a closer look at their new song.

“Ghost Town” tells a cryptic story that’s wrapped in layers of spirited and rhythmic synths and guitars. The duo describes the song as an exploration of darkness, saying, “The track is a sonic embodiment of isolation and longing, exploring the desolate beauty of a world consumed by shadows.”

Their interpretation is apparent in the accompanying music video, which showcases abandoned buildings decorated in graffiti and derelict historic structures filled with deteriorating décor and furniture. It captures the appeal of deserted sites that Mother Nature has reclaimed. There’s beauty in decay and growth. Ghost towns exist all over the world, and they exude a vibe that’s creepy, yet enticing. You want to know the story of what happened there.

Forsaken places carry the remnants of energies left behind that don’t want to be disturbed; they call to us and deserve to be respected. The single “Ghost Town” communicates this message in an entrancing way. Beyond the depth of the lyrics, the music is dynamic and made for the dark alternative dance floor. Having said that, the song is easy enough on the ears to play at home, whether you’re lounging or working on a project.

“Ghost Town” by Black Rose Moves is available to stream on various platforms, and you can view their music video below. Make sure to follow the band on social media if you want to know when they release new tracks.