Swiss alternative stoner rockers Carson premiere new single and music video »Engine Down«!

Lucerne, Switzerland based alternative stoner rockers Carson premiere new single and music video »Engine Down«, out now via Sixteentimes Music.

Says the band: “Our new single »Engine Down« will be released on February 21st. Here’s a sneak peek from the upcoming music video which will be released on February 13th – we’re excited for you to hear and see more very soon. Stay tuned!”

Courtesy of Sixteentimes Music:

Carson is a three piece alternative stoner rock band from Lucerne Switzerland.

The Swiss/New Zealand power trio Carson stands out from other stoner rock bands with its unique musical style, sophisticated two-part vocal harmonies and captivating, energetic live shows. Since 2020, this power trio are back after a short break and delivers with the release of the new album »The Wilfull Pursuit Of Ignorance« in April 2022. Compared to the debut album »Drown The Witness« from 2017, which is filled with many, sprawling psychedelic monster tracks, »The Wilfull Pursuit Of Ignorance« shows yet another side of the band.

The tracks are heavier, more straightforward and grungier – without losing the unique sound that runs through all their work. Whether it’s the dynamic vocals that draw you in, the beautiful melodies, the massive riffs or the hefty sludge punch, Carson deliver it all! The driving and grooving rhythm section provides a solid foundation for the endless hooks – »The Wilfull Pursuit Of Ignorance« sounds classic and innovative at the same time. The latest work landed at 4th place on the Doom Charts April 2022, in the Top 10 of the CH-Artist Charts, got 8 out of 10 points at Desert-Rock.com and received raving reviews in magazines like Metal Hammer, Rock Hard, DrumHeads, etc.

In addition to the release, Carson spent a total of five weeks in 2022 on tour with bands like Siena Root and Deville, played various club shows with bands like King Buffalo, Duel as well as Powder For Pigeons and could be seen at festivals like Up in Smoke, Rock im Wald, Dudefest as well as Pietra Sonica.

In 2023 and 2024, the band played several Swiss as well as international shows and festivals such as Palp Festival, Terneuzen is on Fire, Honky Tonk, Itch Fest and worked on the new album. The first single will be released in February 2025, followed by three more singles until the full album will be released on September 19th, 2025. On the new album, the band breaks out of the stoner genre and surprises with diversity, new sounds and cross-genre music. Nevertheless, Carson remains true to their own unique style.

Recorded and mixed by Benjamin Schönacker at Redhouse Records
Mastering by Dan Suter at Echochamber.
Video by Carson and Marco Stalder.
Directed by Marco Stalder.

Carson is:
Kieran Jones- Vocals / Guitar
Elina Willener – Bass
Jan Kurmann – Drums

Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well