Yukon Blonde Return With Shimmering New Single “Up 2 U”
Beloved Canadian indie-pop powerhouse Yukon Blonde is back with a brand new single “Up 2 U”. Classic synths and rocksteady cowbells anchor the shimmering guitar licks and vocal harmonies, which all come together to deliver an irresistibly fun and catchy tune. The band’s first offering since the critically acclaimed LP Vindicator hit the shelves in 2020, “Up 2 U” teases the arrival of a new record later this year.
“‘Up 2 U’ is a classic 120 BPM bop inspired by the kind of thing you’d see on the Midnight Special or Soul Train,” says lead singer and chief sonic architect Jeffrey Innes. “I always wanted one of those DVDs you’d see advertised on those late-night infomercials back in the day, but my family didn’t have any money and my mom thought they were a scam. She almost gave in once when we saw Marvin Gaye and Redbone on one, but in the end, it never happened. Lyrically, the song is about personal choice and ignoring the narrow-minded folks who just can’t seem to stay out of your business.“