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Pink Beds “The Word (DANCE)” from March LP

Pink Beds “The Word (DANCE)”

Get ready to groove with Pink Beds, a fresh indie/electro group hailing from Asheville. Mark your calendars for March 29, because that’s when their new album, Spare Key To A Memory, drops — self-released and ready to shake up your playlist.

But you don’t have to wait that long — today (February 23, 2024), the band releases lead single and music video, “The Word (DANCE)”—and it’s a total banger. Picture this: an electrifying track that captures the highs and lows of a night on the dance floor, from isolation to acceptance. And the music video, filmed by the talented John Dupre, adds a spooky twist, turning friends into eerie strangers. Get ready to hit play and lose yourself in the rhythm!

Led by the collective talents of Aaron Aiken, Jackson Van Horn, Logan Hall, and Ryan Sargent, Pink Beds embodies a collaborative spirit, drawing from a diverse range of influences to create an immersive sonic experience. As they embark on a journey to share their new music and experiences with audiences in 2024, Pink Beds emerges as a formidable force in contemporary music—an ensemble poised to captivate and inspire audiences worldwide.

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