Accessory - "Chain Link"

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Accessory is the solo musical project of Dehd's Jason Balla. His latest single, "Chain Link," doesn't have much in common with his main band but will still appeal to long time fans. The song is a darkly melodic noise pop track. It's extremely DIY sounding while still having a lush feel. The song is quite noisy at times and brings the listener on a fairly intense sonic ride. It sounds like a more modern mixture of early Beck and Sebadoh. At times it has a sound collage sound even though it's a solid unit of music. "Chain Link" is a captivating song that gently shifts in styles and tempo multiple times almost gently enough for you not to notice. If this is your first time hearing Accessory, you're going to want to join us in exploring the project's existing catalog of music!

You can listen to "Chain Link" below. The single is out now on Bandcamp. For more on Accessory, check out the artist on Instagram. Upcoming tour dates are below the song.


01/25 Chicago, IL @ Sleeping Village

01/28 Highland, IN @ Grindhouse Cafe

01/29 Detroit, MI @ Outer Limits

01/30 Toronto, ON @ The Baby G

01/31 Montreal, QC @ P’tit Ours

02/01 Burlington, VT @ Radio Bean 

02/02 New York, NY @ Night Club 101

02/03 Washington D.C. @ Rhizome

02/04 Columbus, OH @ Cafe Bourbon St.

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