Written by Shea Roney

Coining the new genre of “Lemon Rock”, Neptune’s Core return with the term’s inaugural use, as the Chicago-based band share their brand new single, “Lemon Car” out today. Neptune’s Core is a band of two sets of sisters: Hannah & Sofie Richter; Jackie & Kaitlin Cywinski, who have been playing together for nearly a decade. Filling out countless shows with their contagious energy, as well as getting a handful of releases out into the world, Neptune’s Core have made their mark on the city and beyond. But with its vibrant voicings and tightly drawn convictions, “Lemon Car” feels like the next big step for the band.

“You’re my lemon car, I will love and covet you”, Sofie Richter sings, the track’s melody feeling carbonated amongst the light and playful instrumentation. Pretty soon, feelings of love, trust, uncertainty and obsession become synonymous with a click track and some slicked back rock and roll, as Neptune’s Core levy the playing field with ecstatic synth layers and a variety of vocal harmonies giving texture to each of these thoughts. Once Richter asks, “Will you be mine?”, its repetition makes the question lose itself amongst the commotion the band commits to, rendering whatever its answer to be almost unsavory. And through it all, with the check engine light flashing, and a bit of smoke coming from under the hood, Neptune’s Core blends the care that comes from years of friendship, with the excitement of whatever is next, to give them every reason to confidently ditch the car and run to wherever they need to be.

Watch the accompanying music video for “Lemon Car” made by Jack Massucci.

Listen to “Lemon Car” out now out now via Shuga Records.