Newcomer Magazine
Second Language share the momentous ‘Swing Time’
Second Language recently released a 2024 remix version of their 1992 track ‘Swing Time’, the track’s new variant showcasing enduring creativity and musical evolution with a sound that sounds just as progressive thirty years on. Crafting a vast world with their arrangement, the band seamlessly bring together what feels like totally different beasts in one momentous musical arrangement.
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The Stumble Upon
Second Language releases upbeat new 2024 remix of ‘Swing Time’
Los Angeles-based alternative rock band Second Language, renowned for their eclectic mix of post-punk and new wave influences, has just unveiled an exhilarating new remix of their classic track ‘Swing Time.’ Released on February 29th under Alternator Records, this fresh take on the song infuses a vibrant energy that breathes new life into the band’s storied sound. Known for their dynamic live performances and innovative studio work, Second Language’s latest release promises to captivate both longtime fans and new listeners alike.
Flex Music Blog
Second Language re-release glorious single ‘Swing Time’
Though originally written many years ago, 'Swing Time' from the band Second Language recently saw a re-emergence, arriving for the first time on streaming platforms. A fresh mix of the track for 2024 highlights a spark first found on the original, the intricate and unconventional arrangement holding up to modern scrutiny. A seven-and-a-half minute epic, the track flies through multiple phases, the introduction filled with steady layering of electric arpeggios, flying overdriven melodies and bright percussion.
Vents Magazine
Second Language shares a bright new version of single ‘Swing Time’
Since their 1981 formation, Los Angeles-based alternative rock group Second Language have constantly unveiled new releases, their discography building over the decades to hold a huge array of singles, EPs and albums, transforming their sound time and time again. They’ve worked with a slew of top producers and made themselves local mainstays.
Music Crowns
Second Language releases an exciting new 2024 remix of ‘Swing Time.
Los Angeles-based alternative rock band Second Language has just released an electrifying new remix of their track ‘Swing Time.’ Known for its eclectic blend of post-punk and new-wave influences, Second Language was formed in 1981 and quickly gained a loyal following. The band’s career has been marked by notable achievements, including their EP ‘Souvenirs,’ extensive national college radio airplay, and opening for acts like Love & Rockets and Blancmange. The fresh remix of ‘Swing Time’ breathes new life into the track, capturing the essence of the band’s vibrant sound and delivering an upbeat, rhythmic experience that resonates with both longtime fans and new listeners.
Return of Rock
INTERVIEW: Second Language discuss their origins and influences alongside the remix of ‘Swing Time’
Having been a staple of the alternative scene since the 1980s, Second Language recently returned to deliver the 2024 remix of their seminal offering ‘Swing Time’.
Originally released back in 1992, this new version of ‘Swing Time’ sees them return to the fold, and rebrand their classic effort for the modern ear. So we decided to catch up with them to discuss their origins and influences over the years.
Rock Era Magazine
Second Language release 2024 remix of electrifying track ‘Swing Time’
Based in Los Angeles, Second Language are a band whose achievements span multiple decades. Forming in 1981, the band have been writing and recording enticing music for years since, with their recent return to releasing music on streaming platforms reigniting their careers for a brand new era. In the past, the band have collaborated with top producers, including Ron Fair, Tony Berg and Earle Mankey, each able to capture their distinctly alternative and vibrantly unique approach to songwriting.