Feening for a band that sounds like the past but talks about what’s going on right now? Meet British post-punkers World News.
The band has been steadily rising through the London music scene with their atmospheric indie-rock edge—and now, with their new single “Don’t Want To Know,” recorded at RAK Studios in central London, there’s even more to love.
The track kicks off with a delayed, hook-driven guitar line, and the first vocals drop at the 0:40 mark, instantly transporting you into late-‘70s and early-‘80s post-punk and new wave territory—think the moody introspection of The Smiths meets the rebellious edge of The Clash.
“Don’t Want To Know” carries a nostalgic, dreamy nonchalance—perfect for a generation that never fully experienced the raw edge of punk-rock, but now has World News to channel that spirit in their own fresh, modern way.
Lyrically, the single repeats “don’t want to know, just leave me be”—a longing for freedom and, quite frankly, the desire to live without the constant drama of today. Whether it’s about love, work, or politics, the line is simple enough that it hits home.
That’s the power of good music: if it resonates, you find yourself inside the lyrics, making them your own.
The vocals and live instrumentation are a delicious combo that just works. World News has the musicianship of a band that's been around for decades, paired with the attitude of seasoned rockers who know exactly what they’re doing.
So whether you’re looking for a new band to put your friends onto, or just need a track that matches your “leave me alone” energy—this band’s got you covered.
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