The Jacklights Embrace ‘Winter’ With New Single & Video

January in New England has much to answer for: The snow and slush sticks around way past its welcome, the frozen temps are only matched by it’s citizenry’s chilly demeanor, and the daily string of early sunsets and grey skies provides a grim sense of bleakness. But there is some hope: January is also partly the source of inspiration for The Jacklights‘ new single and video ‘Winter‘, the track follows The Jacklights‘ October 2019 self-titled debut EP, and marks a new era for the Boston melodic punk trio, it’s also the band’s first release on the Boston-based imprint Red On Red Records.   

 

‘Winter‘ can be streamed and purchased via digital platforms here

 

You can check out the ‘Winter‘ video and read more about the track below

‘Winter’ was inspired by some not-so-great experiences I had over the years. Part of it was a New Year’s Eve event I wasn’t really enjoying, and part of it is that sluggish, seasonal affective disorder feeling, where even the littlest things feel like more effort. Though I’ve lived in the Boston area for more than a decade, I’m originally from Southern California, and winter is still an adjustment for me sometimes. It’s a time of year when, especially with the holidays, people are supposed to be happy, and it can be beautiful and cozy — but if you can’t connect with that, it just feels isolating. And that stretch between January and spring can feel especially bleak. I think with this pandemic, that’s something many people are probably feeling this winter. Despite the subject matter though, musically, the song still has an energetic vibe — I wanted it to still be fun to listen to, to have some contrast, and not be a complete downer of a song.