Vancouver punk outfit White Lung will release their third album Deep Fantasy on June 17th via their new label Domino Recording Co. The follow-up to 2012′s Sorry was recorded late last year over two, 10-day-long sessions in their hometown studio alongside producer Jesse Gander (who helmed both Sorry and 2010′s It’s the Evil).
According to a press release, White Lung “slimmed to a trio in the studio”, with long-time bassist Grady Mackintosh having departed the band earlier this year. Guitarist Kenneth William handled all the bass parts, and White Lung has recruited Wax Idols’ Hether Fortune for all upcoming shows.
The press release adds, “The band is every bit as confrontational as before, but they’ve managed to open their sound up just enough to draw listeners in before kicking them in the face. (Vocalist Mish) Way is more provocative and melodic than ever on Fantasy, lyrically surveying addiction, body dysmorphia, and sexual dynamics, amongst other dinner table topics. William, a devotee of Johnny Marr, plays with the speed of an ’80s hardcore dude, whirled in (drummer Anne-Marie) Vassiliou’s relentless and seemingly effortless approach to (the kit).”