On July 11th Somerset Thrower will release their third album, Take Only What You Need to Survive, through Smartpunk Records. Produced and mixed by Jon Markson at Animal Farm Studios (Drug Church, Taking Meds), Take Only What You Need to Survive captures Somerset Thrower at their most dynamic—equal parts cathartic and anthemic, with soaring guitars, driving rhythms, and unshakable hooks. Having already shared the gleaming “Never Going To Therapy,” today the four-piece deliver “Motor City.” The rough-edged track is laced with punchy riffs and memorable lyrics that serve as “an ode to playing music with your friends.” Stream it HERE.
Hailing from Long Island, NY, Somerset Thrower was founded by four friends who share a love of all things rock and roll. Built on punk and hardcore roots, the four-piece blends raw energy with melody-soaked textures to create something both urgent and timeless on Take Only What You Need to Survive. Influences pull from Jimmy Eat World, Garden Variety, and Seaweed, which translate to a natural nostalgic feel throughout the album’s songs while still giving a modern sound. The record serves at Somerset Thrower’s fourth overall release, having debuted in 2015 with the Falling Swingers EP and following 2020’s well received Paint My Memory LP. Throughout Somerset Thrower’s ten-year tenure, the band has shared the stage with Rival Schools, Taking Back Sunday, Supercrush, Glassjaw, Drug Church, The Movielife, Iron Chic, Taking Meds, and more.
Take Only What You Need to Survive is Somerset Thrower at their best: driving, dynamic, and honest. The album is available for preorder now through Smartpunk Records.
Somerset Thrower is Frank Traficante – Guitar/Vocals, Tim Chimenti – Drums, Conor Freeman – Bass, and John Stippell – Guitar.
