Amir and the Sniffers unapologetically describe their final track ‘Jerkin’ ahead of their long-awaited third album ‘Cartoon Darkness’ (out October 25th on Rough Trade Records) He released a new positive video.
A cheeky and confident highlight of the upcoming LP, “Jerkin” follows previous singles “U Should Not Be Doing That,” “Chewing Gum” and “Big Dreams,” featuring the band’s Alexandra It appeared as a result of Palace’s headline. announcement.
The new cut is accompanied by an explicit video directed by longtime Sniffers collaborator John Angus Stewart (PHC Films), who says of the track’s visuals: It is the context in which we step on our sexual organs that makes them inherently “aggressive.” That’s why we wanted to strip away the artificiality and examine the body in an open and conversational way. ”
Continuing, John explained: “From concept to crew to casting, we (the production) let the project evolve in the most natural way possible, allowing our subjects to dictate the level of input based on their comfort level on that day. pulled deeper and deeper until only white walls and human bodies were left. I think we all finished the shoot with an innate desire to be too cautious and not care too much. .”
The band’s frontwoman, Amy Taylor, said: “It’s good to express your anger when someone makes you angry, and it’s good to have humor in your life. Especially as a woman, it’s good to express your anger when you’re angry at someone, and it’s good to have humor in your life. Especially as a woman, you can’t just be passive. “When should I say ‘everything’?” Make sure everyone else is comfortable.
“The best thing about this song is that a squirter can be anyone’s genitals. I wanted to write a song that magnifies ‘me’ while belittling ‘others’, even if it’s only through a small window.” Because that’s the best way to laugh at something and feel empowered. Now that the whole world is pissing me off and hurting my heart more than ever, I might as well shove it back. It’s pointless, but cathartic. ”
The full uncensored video of “Jerkin” can only be viewed here (viewers 18+ only). Or you can check out the censored version here.
