Belfast’s own rock power duo, Dea Matrona, have just dropped ‘Black Rain’, a single shaping up to be an instant rock anthem ahead of their eagerly awaited debut album For Your Sins, set for release on May 3rd.
This latest track takes us on a journey through the murky waters of uncertainty, starting with a haunting guitar strum and building up to a crescendo that captures the essence of those heart-sinking moments.
The band describes ‘Black Rain’ as ” about that heart-sinking feeling, the lump in your throat when you’re in over your head, a sense of feeling trapped.” The song, which stemmed from a writing session years ago, dives deep into the emotions of being with someone potentially bad for you or finding yourself in situations you’d rather escape from.
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For Your Sins promises to explore genres, merging indie pop and rock with influences from legends like Fleetwood Mac to HAIM and The White Stripes. The album showcases Dea Matrona’s prowess in creating an engaging mix of tracks, all self-written, recorded, and produced, making it a passion project like no other.
The duo, Mollie McGinn and Orlaith Forsythe, who started their journey busking on Belfast’s streets, have captivated an online community of 500,000 followers with their renditions of rock ‘n’ roll classics and original hits. Their gritty yet melodic sound has already earned them acclaim from outlets like Clash and The Independent.
As they gear up for their UK and Ireland tour in May, Dea Matrona is set to bring their dynamic performance and infectious energy to venues across the region.
Dea Matrona UK & Ireland tour dates
Fri 3rd May – Liverpool, Arts Club Loft
Sat 4th May – Leeds, Wardrobe
Mon 6th May – Birmingham, Hare & Hounds
Tues 7th May – Brighton, Hope & Ruin
Weds 8th May – Bristol, Exchange
Fri 10th May – London, The Lower Third
Sat 11th May – Cardiff, Clwb Ifor Bach
Sun 12th May – Southampton, Joiners
Tues 14th May – Manchester, Night & Day
Weds 15th May – Newcastle, Cluny
Thurs 16th May – Glasgow, The Cathouse
Sat 18th May – Cork, Cyprus Avenue
Sun 19th May – Galway, Róisín Dubh
Mon 20th May – Dublin, Workman’s Club
Weds 22nd May – Belfast, Limelight 2
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