In the age of social media reigning supreme, it's easy for some to get lost in the desire to go viral. Many have become obsessed with the influencer lifestyle, losing touch with themselves and living life. HAUNTER tackles this modern problem in their new single, "City Boys x Pretty Girls"--a tongue-in-cheek, candy-coated pop-punk diss track. The song is inspired by the band's experience interacting with some influencers at a party in the Hollywood Hills, noting what makes their lifestyle problematic and having a bit a fun with it in a song. "City Boys x Pretty Girls" serves as an anthem that calls for people to just be themselves instead of taking the pursuit of viral fame too seriously.
Matching the playful jabs in the lyrics, HAUNTER delivers the message of "City Boys x Pretty Girls" over a feisty, light-hearted pop-punk soundscape. The track features a solid mix of electronica and rock, creating a full sound with dazzling synths, electrifying guitar riffs, and infectious beats. Lucy LeNoir’s vocals brim with attitude and whimsy, giving a teasing feeling to the band’s criticisms of social media influencers. Having a similar vibe to some of the best pop-punk/pop-rock has to offer, HAUNTER’s sound in “City Boys x Pretty Girls” is perfect for fans of Honey Revenge and Paramore.
A combination of former emo kids and a metalhead, HAUNTER is a four-piece band consisting of members Lucy LeNoir (vocals), Enoma Asowata (guitars/synths), Mark Schroeder (bass), and Mike Ray (guitars/synth/vocals). The dynamic group got their start when Asowata met producer/songwriter Tyler Smyth (LIGHTS, I Prevail, Falling in Reverse) while pursuing DIY projects during the Warped Tour era. They clicked musically, resulting in Asowata sending Smyth some rough demos of songs he had written. Lucy LeNoir was added to the band later that year with Mark Schroeder and Mike Ray joining soon after. Pulling sonically from alt-pop and mainstream artists, HAUNTER finds themselves inspired by acts like Chvrches, Ellie Goulding, Taylor Swift, Imagine Dragons, and CXLOE, while also paying homage to emo/pop-rock groups like Jimmy Eat World, Paramore, and The Maine.
Written By Cheyenne Johnson
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