As It Is – Never Happy, Ever After

Releasedate: 20-04-2015; Label: Fearless Records
By: Nina Mende

The transatlantic pop-rock quintet hailing from Brighton, UK consisting of Patty Walters (vocals), Benjamin Biss (vocals, guitar), Andy Westhead (guitar), Patrick Foley (drums), Alistair Testo (bass), have spent the last two years molding their craft and steadily building a reputation as one of the UK’s brightest new names in the scene.

The band has established a devout fan following with their heart-on-sleeve, honest and relatable lyrics, charged with pop-rock melodies. Currently on the road with Silverstein the guys are presenting their brand new songs off their brand new album. “Never Happy, Ever After” is the debut album of As It Is. With eleven songs this album is strong and deep. Not quite what you would expect from such a young band. The sound and concept of the songs sound absolutely professional and experienced yet pure and untouched. A beautiful sound causing a beautiful feeling not only the first time listening. This album is meant to last in your record player and it will. Impressive lyrics with catchy melodies and lines this album will catch you. And stick. Powerful and energetic these guys from As It Is are rocking their way into everyones heart. So check out their debut album “Never Happy, Ever After” and keep your eyes and ears open. These guys will blow your mind, live and on the record.

Tracklist: 01. Speak Soft 02. Cheap Shots & Setbacks 03. Sorry 04. Drowning Deep In Doubt 05. Dial Tones 06. My Oceans Were Lakes 07. Concrete 08. Turn Back To Me 09. Can’t Save Myself 10. Silence (Pretending’s So Comfortable) 11. You, The Room & The Devil On Your Shoulder

Links:
As It Is Official