Crank that volume right up, press play, and experience “Overtime”, the fantastic new single from Eora/Sydney-based pop-punk band Dial Denial. Fergus Harley-MacDonald’s vocals grab you from the jump. By the time the full band kicks in, I’ll be surprised if you’re not punching your fist in the air too.
“‘Overtime’ is the rejection of fitting in a box,” Fergus explained. “We live in a time where living is full of deadlines, panic, and fitting within the cookie-cutter roles placed upon individuals. The talk downs, the ‘real job’ you need, how you need to go to university or college. Dial Denial believes that everyone these days are overwhelmed, living life faster and faster with no time to slow down as if they’re working overtime on just… living.”
“In its purest form, ‘Overtime’ is about slowing down, appreciating the simple things, being happy, and living for yourself. Most importantly, the world in which we live is in desperate need of kindness. My dad used to say, ‘be half as smart and twice as kind’. This one simple phrase shaped the main themes and messages of this song through Fergus’ worldview. You’ll find the simple things in life more joy than overtime.”
The video, shot on Eora/Sydney’s North Shore, gives a hint at just how good this band is live.
“The ‘Overtime’ video reflects the themes of the music,” explained lead guitarist and backing vocalist Owen Borg. “The main messages of appreciating the smaller things, happiness, and kindness are shown through a house party and hanging out with your mates. The process of filming the clip was spontaneous and just super chill.”
Hopefully it’s not too long before we see these guys on the road. Until then, I’m sure “Overtime” will give you that extra shot of adrenalin you need to get through Tuesday.
Image used with permission from Good Intent