Returning from a successful 2019, Trunky Juno is launching into 2020 with new single ‘So Cool’. Named as one of BBC introducing in the North Easts 2020 tips list, Trunky has delivered a lofi pop gem, boasting massive choruses whilst remaining as irreverent as ever. 

With eccentricity turned up to full, Trunky Juno delivers ‘So Cool’, a track which revels in the sweet nostalgic silliness of pop, whilst retaining the signature lofi indie edge which has been so prevalent within Trunkys catalogue of releases so far. 

While some artists may choose to write about more serious pressing matters, ‘So Cool’ is simply a track about blasting old Weezer tracks Wayne’s World style in the garage, and being super, super,  cool. 

Speaking about the track, Trunky says “So Cool is definitely the most silly and fun single so far. It came together really quickly as a very tongue in cheek, ironic take on pop music. It’s kind of like it’s a song from the late 90’s/early 2000s that everyone’s forgotten about, and can’t believe we ever liked in the first place? Kind of like Tom Green, or those Budwieser ads with the frog. Cringe inducing nostalgia, reminding you of when you thought you were so cool.”

‘So Cool’ is a departure and a continuation of previous Trunky Releases. The blueprints are clear to see in here, but once again Trunky Juno pushes his Bedroom Pop sound a little further, building upon an already eclectic yet cohesive arsenal of songs. If previous single ‘Patrick Swayze’ was the lofi ballad, ‘So Cool’ is Trunkys version of a US Summertime Banger.  

Within the artwork this time around we local dog ‘Tiny’, in a glowing portrait of youthful innocence and style.

So Cool

Trunky Juno’s inimitable brand of lo-fi pop has established him as one of the most exciting new artists to emerge from the north east of England. Combining irresistibly catchy choruses with a technicolour sonic palette, the self-described “lo-fi pop noodler” draws upon a melting pot of influences ranging from The Flaming Lips and MGMT through to Father John Misty and Mac DeMarco.

Central to Trunky Juno’s music is his irreverent lyricism, covering subjects as diverse as Patrick Swayze, defunct game shows of yesteryear, and controversial pizza toppings. Beneath the eye-catching titles and lyrical hooks, however, lies an ability to tell relatable stories in unique ways, with a focus on the emotionally intangible – hard to pin down feelings such as nostalgia, or bittersweetness.

So Cool

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