Ireland’s Best Kept Secret – Alt Rock Band Luna Motif Release Debut EP Tender Weapons

by Skope • July 22, 2024

Ireland’s Best Kept Secret – Alt Rock Band Luna Motif Release Debut EP Tender Weapons

Long since known only to Ireland’s most dedicated underground rock fans, Luna Motif is set to make waves worldwide with the release of their debut EP, Tender Weapons. Released on 17/03/24, this hidden gem is waiting to be discovered by a broader audience.

“With Luna Motif, music is not just about sound—it’s about stirring the spirit, moving the mind, and shaking the soul. Every chord is a rebellion, every lyric a testament to their journey, and every beat an invitation to join them.” – RTE

Tender Weapons’ lead single, Honey Dawn, encapsulates the unique and ominous punk-infused sound that has seen Luna Motif grab the attention of the Irish crowds on the Emerald Isle and listeners abroad, with rapidly growing listenerships in the UK, USA, Mexico and Brazil. Cinematic and riff-driven, Honey Dawn showcases Gerard McBride’s emotive guitar licks, Danny Kettle’s bright and upbeat drumming, Ross Byrne’s cool and slick basslines with Christos Salaforis’ to top it off with soulful, pain-tinged vocals that heal and resonate with listeners who really need it. The powerful shouts of “it is time mother nature blesses you” urge rock fans to find solace and inspiration in the primal forces of Gaia.

With songs like Firestorm and War on the Street reverberating themes of anti-government and anti-war, Luna Motif reflects on everything from lockdown restrictions to proxy wars that continually resurface around the globe and never-ending corruption. These tracks feature bass lines that echo the classics of Joy Division with pulsating rhythms and thunderous drums that drive home the urgency of their message.

Opening the EP, Honey Dawn demonstrates that Luna Motif’s punk ethos isn’t just about rebellion for rebellion’s sake, but about free-thinking and questioning societal norms. The band’s music is both a protest and a remedy, embodying the duality of the human experience by highlighting both pain and healing, rebellion and reflection.

Luna Motif’s music is heavily influenced by the diverse backgrounds and personalities of its members. Gerard’s intricate yet soulful guitar work, Ross’s cool, slick, and deeply mysterious bass grooves, and Danny’s positive and “yes man” attitude create a soundscape that is both rich and varied. The band’s deep-rooted connection to nature is particularly evident in tracks like Honey Dawn, Adventure Kids and Primal Forces. The latter, an electrifying blues rock jam, carries a lyrical flow which was inspired by countless journeys Christo took in nature with the native druids of Ireland, where he discovered and explored a multitude of remedies mother nature offers up for our ailments. This track encourages listeners to be present and tap into the wild passion of the natural world.

In just five tracks, Tender Weapons curates a wide array of influences into Luna Motif’s distinct sound. Keen-eared listeners will hear echoes of Black Sabbath, RHCP, and Joy Division.

Tender Weapons is available across all platforms now. Join Luna Motif on this musical journey that promises to stir the spirit, move the mind, and shake the soul.