Runaway Brother releasing first album in 7 years next week, share “Bear the Bird” video

Ohio indie/emo band Runaway Brother have announced their first proper album in 7 years, Want You Need, and it’s out in just one week, on February 27 (pre-save). The band says:

Want You Need was recorded and produced by ourselves and we’ll also be putting it out fully independently. It’s been a long time coming for this one so we’re absolutely thrilled to finally share it with you. Please take a couple seconds to follow the link in our bio to pre-save it. This helps us immensely, especially as an independent release these services like to let music like ours slip through the cracks.

Four of the nine songs are out now, and the just-released “Bear the Bird” comes with a new video that’s out today. Judging by what I’ve heard so far, the new stuff kinda reminds me of the punk-infused power pop vibes of fellow Ohio band The Sidekicks, and if you’re feeling the void left by that band’s breakup as much as I know I am, you should make sure not to sleep on this LP. Watch the new video and stream the other three singles below.

Runaway Brother also announced a hometown album release show happening on March 28 at The Grog Shop.

Want You Need by runaway brother

Tracklist
1. Iggy
2. Ok Desu Ka
3. Bear the Bird
4. Say No
5. Manus and Me
6. Top Up
7. Secret Technique
8. Great Attractor
9. Good Grief