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Swedish hard rock trio Supralunar returns with their electrifying new single, Bit By The Bug. This high-energy track introduces their upcoming album, Dead Come to Dance, and marks an exciting new chapter with drummer Akane Delle Fave.

1. Congratulations on the release of "Bit By The Bug"! This single marks a fresh chapter for Supralunar. What inspired the song, and how does it set the tone for your upcoming album, Dead Come To Dance?

Thanks a lot! Yes, it feels great to finally have the single out. It’s been quite a while since we parted ways with our former drummer, Johann Enoksson. Essentially, the last thing we did with him was record the basic tracks for the album. After that, we were without a drummer for over a year, so the album was put on a bit of a hiatus. There’s no point in releasing it if we don’t have a drummer.

We first met Akane in May this year, and it only took about 30 seconds into the first song at rehearsal to realize we had found our drummer. Most of the drumming on the album will still be Johann’s, but it feels great to have Akane contribute to this fresh start.

2. You’ve recently welcomed Akane Delle Fave as your new drummer. What has her addition brought to the band’s dynamic, and how did her background influence the creation of "Bit By The Bug"?

She has definitely brought new energy to the band. There’s quite a back catalog of songs for her to dive into, but rehearsals are so much fun now. Akane likes to play double bass drums, which probably influenced the song. I tend to think a lot about the drums when writing songs, and I put effort into programming drum parts for the demos. This time, I had her playing style very much in mind while writing.

3. Akane, you’ve had quite a journey from playing in Japanese bands to joining a Swedish hard rock trio. How has your experience in different genres shaped your approach to drumming for Supralunar?

I’ve played in various genres, but metal has always been a major influence on my style. However, I’ve always wanted to be in a hard rock band, though I never had the chance before (laughs). Joining Supralunar has probably brought a slightly harder edge to the music, especially with the double bass pedals, which have become an essential part of my playing.

4. The song was written and recorded in just two months, which is a quick turnaround for Supralunar. What was it about this track that allowed the process to flow so quickly?

Songwriters have very different processes. Some record riffs on their phone, go back, and use them in songs. For me, it almost always starts with a riff, melody, or chord progression that comes together with a line of lyrics. If those elements don’t appear together simultaneously, the idea rarely develops into a full song, no matter how good the riff is.

A while ago, I was listening to a podcast and heard the expression “bit by the bug.” I wrote it down, though I almost never use my notes like that. A week later, I happened to meet a musician friend and mentioned my poor work ethic when it comes to finishing ideas. One hour after that conversation, I picked up my guitar, started playing the intro riff, and it just felt like “Supralunar” and the title fit the idea. The song practically wrote itself, which rarely happens.

We tried it in rehearsal a few days later, and both Akane and our bassist, Jojje, liked it. My friend Kristin Nyberg, who recorded background vocals for the rest of the album, also contributed to this track. She drove 50 kilometers to lay down her parts just two hours before the distribution deadline. What a trooper!

5. The music video for "Bit By The Bug" premieres alongside the single. Can you share any behind-the-scenes stories from the video shoot or details about its concept?

Well, it was freezing cold! Mind you, we live in Sweden, and we shot the video just a couple of days before the first snow. We’ve made a few DIY videos now, and every time it feels like a million things could go wrong—but they haven’t… so far. I’ve probably jinxed our next shoot!

The video was filmed at a really cool location where graffiti artists are allowed to paint. With some assistance from family members, we wrapped it up in about five hours. Our photographer, Markus Tälth, did a tremendous job, which made editing the footage an absolute delight for me. The video turned out great! Actually, I think most of our previous videos deserve more attention, so after reading this, please head over to YouTube and check them out—haha!

6. Supralunar has performed at iconic festivals like Sweden Rock Festival and The Malmö Festival. How do you think "Bit By The Bug" will translate to your live performances?

I think it’ll work out just fine. This album has a bit more production compared to our previous releases, which means there are some elements we can’t fully replicate live as a trio. That said, it usually sounds good anyway, and this song definitely won’t be a problem. It’s high-energy and fits perfectly into our live set.

7. Your influences range from Foo Fighters to The Beatles. How do you balance those diverse inspirations while maintaining Supralunar’s unique hard rock sound?

It’s true we have a broad range of influences. I wouldn’t say the Foo Fighters are much of an influence, though—they’re a great band, but aside from the songs I’ve heard on the radio, I’ve never really listened to them. They’re just close enough stylistically to reference when describing our music.

The Beatles, on the other hand, have been a constant for me since I was about six years old. Balancing these influences isn’t difficult—we just play what we like. On this album, there’s a song called “Leviathan” that might be the closest we’ve come to heavy metal. At first, we wondered if it was too much, but after playing it for a while, it became  "Suprafied". Also Jojje’s melodic bass playing is a significant part of our songs overall.

8. With Dead Come To Dance on the horizon, what can fans expect from the album compared to your previous releases? Are there any recurring themes or experimental elements you’re particularly excited about?

The album might be a bit darker and heavier than Ghosts, but the difference isn’t as pronounced as the shift from A New Hope to Ghosts. The playfulness is still there though and it’s a very varied album.

9. What message do you hope "Bit By The Bug" delivers to your fans, both long-time followers and new listeners discovering Supralunar for the first time?

We hope it gets people shaking their hips!

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