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Bug Eyed Unleashes Explosive New Single ‘A Rated Horror Movies’ + Tour Dates

  • November 27, 2024
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Bug Eyed Unleashes Explosive New Single ‘A Rated Horror Movies’ + Tour Dates
Bug Eyed, A Rated Horror Movies, indie music, electro-pop, synth-pop, fuzz rock, new music, Atlantic Records, heartbreak anthems, UK music, European tour, Lola Young, Sad Night Dynamite, Pitchfork Festival, indie duo, experimental music, live music, Blue O’Grady, Charlie Sale

Southwest London’s Bug Eyed is back with their latest single, “A Rated Horror Movies,” released today via Atlantic Records, and it’s nothing short of a genre-defying triumph. Hot on the heels of their breakthrough tracks “Backseats”—a hazy, heartaching anthem of romantic loss—and “Ten to Twelve,” a raw and immersive exploration of altered states and forbidden love, Bug Eyed delivers another standout that solidifies their place as one of indie music’s most inventive duos.

Comprised of Blue O’Grady and Charlie Sale, Bug Eyed embodies pure kinetic energy, an unstoppable force of creativity and excitement. Their sound is a kaleidoscopic fusion of indie, electro-pop, 80s synth nostalgia, hip-hop beats, and the fuzzed-out grit of 90s rock guitars. “A Rated Horror Movies” is an explosive dive into Blue’s first major heartbreak, with Charlie’s pedal board pushed to the limits, creating a sonic detonation that mirrors the song’s emotional intensity. It’s vivid, visceral, and brimming with cinematic storytelling that perfectly encapsulates the highs and lows of youthful passion.

Bug Eyed crafts narratives that are as poetic as they are relatable, tackling love, sex, friendship, ambition, and hope with unflinching honesty. Their intricately layered soundscapes—at once lush, driving, and adventurous—set the perfect stage for these tales, blending synth-pop polish with guitar-driven edge and experimental flair. “A Rated Horror Movies” is not just a song; it’s an immersive experience that reminds us why Bug Eyed is a band to watch.

Having already turned heads while supporting Sad Night Dynamite and gracing the stage at Pitchfork Festival in Paris, Bug Eyed is gearing up to bring their electrifying live show to a city near you. From December 2024 to February 2025, they’ll hit the road with Lola Young on her UK and European tour, with stops in Glasgow, Manchester, London, Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam.

“A Rated Horror Movies” is streaming now—don’t miss it. And be sure to catch Bug Eyed live for a performance that promises to be as dynamic and unforgettable as their music. Full tour dates below—stay tuned for more from this unstoppable duo.

Upcoming Live Dates

supporting Lola Young

12/03 – Brighton, UK @ Chalk 

12/04 – Bristol, UK @ SWX

12/06 – Glasgow, Scotland @ The Garage

12/08 – Manchester, UK @ New Century Hall

12/09 – Birmingham, UK @ O2 Institute

12/10 – London, UK @ Brixton Electric

02/13 – Paris, France @ Alhambra

02/14 – Brussels, Belgium @ Orangerie

02/15 – Hamburg, Germany @ Grosse Freiheit

02/17 – Berlin, Germany @ Huxleys

02/18 – Cologne, Germany @ Live Music Hall

02/19- Amsterdam, Netherlands @ Melkweg Oude Zaal

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