Dublin-based act Mayfield Sound have released their new single, Strangers on the Internet. We asked vocalist Darragh McCauley the BIG questions . . .
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Produced by Hugh O'Dwyer and featuring drums by Neil Dexter, the track is described as "a sonic reflection of the digital era's overstimulated headspace: frantic, scattered, and full of feeling. Lyrically, it takes aim at the way internet addiction has reshaped our relationships, focus, and sense of self".
"I wrote Strangers On The Internet in 2019, before COVID," says McCauley. "It initially started as an amusing number about dating apps, but then the Zoom era took off and the sentiment changed into something else entirely.
"All of this constant online activity, and the gamification of everything, forming relationships through screens, and forgetting what it feels like to just be present.
"It’s not a lecture. It’s more like a sigh and a shrug... but with a bit of nervous energy."
Photo credit: Niamh Barry
Tell us three things about yourself . . .
I am a multi-instrumentalist, and self-taught producer.
How would you describe your music?
It's alternative rock, with a little bit of inspiration from everywhere. I love all types of music so I pick up little elements of other genres like country, indie and heavy metal in my songs.
Who are your musical inspirations?
I love Father John Misty, Bombay Bicycle Club, Super Furry Animals, Josh Ritter, Pavement, PJ Harvey, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, LCD Soundsystem... too many to mention!
What was the first gig you ever went to?
I went to a Vibe for Philo, which was Phil Lynott's 25th anniversary concert. Horslips and Thin Lizzy played and it was deadly!
What was the first record you ever bought?
I think the first record I owned was Are You Experienced? from Jimi Hendrix.
What’s your favourite song right now?
I can't stop listening to Wristwatch by MJ Lendermann. And SNC by Darkside. I've also had a massive Beastie Boys revival recently.
Favourite lyric of all time?
"I can hardly believe I've found you, and I'm terrified by that - When you're smiling and astride me by Father John Misty
If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Always Lift Him Up: Kanaka Wai Wai by Ry Cooder.
Where can people find your music/more information?
Follow Mayfield Sound on Instagram and Spotify!
Alan Cor
