Irish brother-sister duo Greywind release “The Scarecrow,” the final preview of their album ‘Severed Heart City,’ out now via FLG. Guitarist Paul O’Sullivan describes the song as reflecting on watching someone you love struggle without realizing how deeply they are cared for, while vocalist Steph frames the scarecrow as a devil-and-angel figure symbolizing the internal battles shared between the band and their fans.
Leading up to the album’s arrival, Greywind unveiled a run of emotionally charged singles, including the self-affirming “Make Believe (L.O.V.E. ME)” and the socially viral “Swerve,” which received support from Alyx Holcombe on BBC Radio 1 Introducing Rock. Produced, engineered, and mixed by Sam Guaiana, ‘Severed Heart City’ channels the duo’s longtime emo inspirations while delivering towering hooks and dramatic intensity.
Steph and Paul describe ‘Severed Heart City’ as an extended allegory for trauma and the path toward acceptance and hope. Formed in the wake of personal loss, the band have poured their journey into an album that embraces vulnerability while urging perseverance. It is a record built for catharsis, connection, and singing every word back at full volume.