The New Hires, the Ottawa-based indie rock band, released new single “Mission Control”
Indie rock darlings The New Hires celebrate their long-awaited new release “Mission Control”. Produced by Cory Bergeron (Locket) and Taylor James-Harris (Taming Sari) at Pebble Studios, the high-energy anthemic track launches a new sound for the Ottawa-based group. “Mission Control” is about the constant longing for new adventures, like an astronaut breaking for the unknown, and the fears that stop you from taking the first step. The song navigates the feeling of spacing out, only to crash back to the dreary, stressful reality of modern life.
The release comes on the heels of an already vibrant year for the band. Sharing stages with Hotel Mira, Fake Shark, and Juno-award-winning JJ Wilde, securing a spot at the 2024 NXNE music festival in Toronto, and a nomination for Music Video of the Year at the OMIC Capital Music Awards are undeniable testaments that The New Hires are making big waves in the Canadian music landscape. As local scene darlings, they can’t wait to share this new chapter with the release of “Mission Control”, an accompanying music video, and more shows, festival dates, and recorded music to be announced.
Review
“Mission Control” delves into the struggle of feeling trapped while craving freedom. The heartfelt lyrics vividly depict longing and uncertainty, alongside a strong desire to break free from the monotony of everyday life. Through phrases like “I just can’t shake this feeling,” the song highlights the relentless inner turmoil faced by the protagonist.
Adding to its impact, the song cleverly weaves space imagery throughout, like feeling “desk bound in a silent room” or “spacebound in an empty room,” heightening the metaphorical journey of feeling lost and disconnected.
Overall, “Mission Control” is a profound and emotionally stirring song that encapsulates the battle of confronting inner struggles while yearning for freedom.