Emerging from the beating heart of London’s grassroots scene, Parlay – the West London rock four-piece who cut their teeth as residents at the legendary Troubadour – return with their brand-new single “China Clay.”
The track – which is out now – marks the beginning of a powerful new chapter for a band already generating serious noise in the capital and beyond. With a residency that honed their live energy and crazy work ethic that has seen them release music at a relentless pace, Parlay are fast becoming one of the UK’s most exciting new breakthrough acts.
“‘China Clay’ is the start of a run of releases that we’ve been building towards for months,” says co-frontman Stanley Doyle. “It feels like the first page of what’s to come – the sound of a band hitting its stride and finding its voice.”
Written and recorded between RAK Studios in St John’s Wood and Dan Gretch’s studio in Bethnal Green with producer Luke Burgoyne, China Clay captures everything that makes Parlay special – the tight chemistry of four musicians who have spent countless nights on stage together, and a songwriting instinct that marries melody with emotion in a way that feels both classic and new.
“For a minute or two, we want it to take people away,” says vocalist and guitarist Oscar Journeaux. “Not to a particular place or emotion, but hopefully when they’re listening their emotions are amplified in some way. Whether it’s walking with more intent or just heightening whatever they’re up to – that’s what we want our music to do.”
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