As their first independent release since their 2015 debut,
Interim, the duo are going back to their beginnings with the EP. Releasing all the frustration they’ve experienced over the past two years, Ashland’s EP is emotional and relatable. Covering personal topics such as depression and anxiety, the group use synth beats and rock sequences to create dynamic atmospheres that pull you into another world.
Check out what Ashland have to say about their writing process, the inspirations behind the EP and more below.
“Misery” was the first song you released since 2019’s
Over The Moon. Can you describe your time between releases and any major influences for the EP?