Suicide is one of those taboo topics we don’t talk about enough in society. But Born Lion have never been a band that shies away from the big issues. In their new single “Sunshine,” the band starts the conversation by putting themselves in the shoes of someone ready to end their life.
“The lyrics are written to read as a suicide note. The person writing the note is fine with the decision however and is ready to go. The song serves as a celebration for all that has been and for all that awaits,” explained frontman John Bowker. “I’m kind of fascinated by the act of suicide. Like how can someone reach that point and carry it out? I think the deaths of icons like Chris Cornell and Keith Flint who seem almost immortal to me, triggered the theme for the song.’’
Tired Lion are supporting Ezekiel Ox along the East Coast this month before taking up residence at Sydney’s Hideaway Bar in July. Catch them at all the following venues in the coming weeks.
7 June 2019 – Stag & Hunter, Newcastle (supporting Ezekiel Ox)
8 June 2019 – Vanguard, Sydney (supporting Ezekiel Ox)
9 June 2019 – Rad Bar, Wollongong (supporting Ezekiel Ox)
12 June 2019 – Byron Bay Brewery, Byron Bay (supporting Ezekiel Ox)
13 June 2019 – Black Bear Lodge, Brisbane (supporting Ezekiel Ox)
14 June 2019 – Northcote Social Club, Melbourne (supporting Ezekiel Ox)
5 July 2019 – Hideaway Bar, Enmore (with Ebolagoldfish,Operation ibis,Idle Threat,Vetty Vials and Born Lion DJs)
12 July 2019 – Hideaway Bar, Enmore (with Dropping Honey and Hatakaze)
19 July 2019 – Hideaway Bar, Enmore (with Life After Football and The Dead Riders)
26 July 2019 – Hideaway Bar, Enmore
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