Discover Witch Post: Dylan Fraser & Alaska Reid Debut Grungy Indie Rock Track ‘Chill Out’
Witch Post is a new musical duo formed by Scottish musician Dylan Fraser and Michigan singer-songwriter Alaska Reid. On November 15, they released their debut song, “Chill Out.” This song features grungy indie rock sounds with energetic hooks and captivating dual vocals.
The lyrics of “Chill Out” suggest a mix of fun and mystery. They include lines like, “I’ll buy you a drink/ I’ll spin you around/ Come on you gotta admit/ You’re only bringing it down.” In an interview with Dork, the duo described the song as a “crooked teeth, sweaty bar conversation.” They drew inspiration from bands like the Pixies, Sonic Youth, and Hole to create its rough edge. The song conveys intense emotions related to relationship struggles.
How did the collaboration between Dylan Fraser and Alaska Reid shape the sound of Witch Post?
Interview with Witch Post: The Duo Behind “Chill Out”
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ND3: Congratulations on the release of “Chill Out”! It’s your debut song as Witch Post. Can you tell us what inspired the formation of this duo?
Dylan Fraser: Thank you! The idea of Witch Post came about quite naturally. Alaska and I have known each other for a while, and we realized our musical styles complement each other really well. It felt right to collaborate and create something together.
Alaska Reid: Absolutely! We were both drawn to the same sonic influences, and we wanted to merge our unique perspectives into a project that has both depth and edge.
ND3: The sound of “Chill Out” has a grungy indie rock vibe with infectious hooks. What bands influenced your sound?
Dylan: We definitely drew inspiration from bands like the Pixies, Sonic Youth, and Hole. Their ability to blend raw emotion with catchiness was something we wanted to channel in our music.
Alaska: We love the idea of juxtaposition—combining rough edges with memorable melodies. For “Chill Out,” we wanted it to feel both gritty and fun, capturing that spontaneous energy of a night out.
ND3: The lyrics of “Chill Out” have a playful yet mysterious tone. Can you explain the meaning behind them?
Alaska: The lyrics depict a sort of chaotic yet exhilarating bar conversation. Lines like “I’ll buy you a drink/ I’ll spin you around…” reflect that push and pull of attraction amidst uncertainty.
Dylan: It’s about the complexities of relationships—the fun, the miscommunication, and that underlying tension. We wanted listeners to feel that narrative through the music.
ND3: The music video for “Chill Out” is visually striking. How did that come together?
Dylan: The video was a collaboration with Lilliya Scarlett Reid and Olive Ro, who really understood our vision. We aimed for it to represent the frenetic energy of the song—a little wild and chaotic, just like the lyrics.
Alaska: We were thrilled with how it turned out! The visuals capture that sense of adventure and spontaneity we wanted to evoke.
ND3: What can fans expect from Witch Post in the future? Any upcoming projects?
Alaska: We’re currently working on more music and honing our sound. We want to experiment further and explore different themes.
Dylan: Fans can definitely expect more releases soon! We’re excited to build our identity as a duo and connect with our audience on different levels.
ND3: Thank you for sharing your insights, Dylan and Alaska! We look forward to hearing more from Witch Post.
Dylan & Alaska: Thank you so much for having us!
The music video for “Chill Out” was directed by Lilliya Scarlett Reid and Olive Ro. Watch it to experience their eclectic style and energy.