Film Release “Permanence” Album

Philadelphia melodic punk trio Film have released their debut full length, Permanence, via Lauren Records. The album features seven songs tracked in a single Spring 2022 session that have been left exactly as they were played. The record is also the final recorded work of drummer TJ DeBlois (Halfway to Holland / A Life Once Lost) who passed away unexpectedly in January 2023 at the age of 38. Permanence also features Ken Vasoli (The Starting Line / Vacationer) and Joe Reinhart (Hop Along / Algernon Cadwallader / Dogs On Acid).

Originally tracked in Spring 2022 at Headroom Studios in Philadelphia, Permanence was never meant to be the final album. The recordings began as demos, but after DeBlois’ passing, Vasoli and Reinhart returned to the sessions with a different perspective, choosing to leave the recordings untouched and complete the album in his honor. The album draws from Drive Like Jehu, Mclusky, Braid, and early Nirvana, embracing imperfection as part of its identity.

While Permanence stands as a tribute to TJ DeBlois‘ final recordings, Film continues forward in his spirit. The band have enlisted drummer Chris Wilson (Hammered Hulls / Ted Leo & The Pharmacists / Titus Andronicus), whose dynamic playing brings new energy to the trio as they prepare to take these songs to the stage.