13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Makeshift Parachutes – Flaming Can Superman

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Auckland psych-rockers Makeshift Parachutes offer up their Flaming Can Superman.

Always good to hear from these guys and this track sounds will but of that 13th Floor Elevatorness in your step.

Here’s the record company blurb:

Auckland-based psych-rock quartet Makeshift Parachutes release their new single Flaming Can Superman. Recorded in the group’s studio in picturesque Riverhead during lockdown the track deals with feelings of inadequacy, escapism, empowerment, and inevitability that confront many of us in these tumultuous times. 

The sound of Flaming Can Superman is brighter than its serious content suggests. The song feels like summer came early with its warm days and salty sea winds. Flaming Can Superman could be the soundtrack for a road trip down the coast or a sunny afternoon in the backyard with friends. 

The track starts with Sharif O’Connor’s spacey arpeggiator synths shortly joined by his brother Daniel O’Connor’s driving bass line. Drummer Arthur Brewer weaves his percussions in to give the song its stompy rhythm. Flaming Can Superman comes to life through the words that escape lead vocalist Chris McCollum, joined by dreamy harmonies sung by Sharif. A surprise turn awaits the listener about halfway through the song, fitting Makeshift Parachutes’ eclectic vibe. 

Flaming Can Superman was mixed and mastered by Olly Harmer at The Lab. 

Catch Makeshift Parachutes live this summer at their shows in Hastings (27th Nov), Auckland (28th Nov), Hamilton (11th Dec), Groovefest in Christchurch, or at AUM NYE Festival. 

Marty Duda
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