Lesoir release new music video for ‘Under The Stars’
LESOIR have released a new music video!
The new music video, for the track Under The Stars, is taken from the Dutch art rock band’s upcoming new album, Push Back The Horizon, which is scheduled to be released in September this year, via V2 Records.
Speaking about the new song, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Maartje Meessen says, “when my daughter was a baby, she often napped outside, even in the rain. The sounds of nature soothed her, and she continued sleeping outside at daycare. Fresh air is beneficial, helping produce melatonin for deeper sleep. I sometimes choose to sleep under the stars, feeling at peace and connected to nature, embraced by the sky and earth with just a woolen blanket between.
However, what if sleeping outside isn’t a choice? Refugees fleeing war face this harsh reality. Without shelters, they are vulnerable, scared, and unable to protect their children. Essential items, like a warm blanket, are luxuries. Each day is a struggle for survival, with no rest or security. We see these images on TV, yet often fail to empathize, considering it a distant problem.
Refugees reach our borders seeking safety, but our systems are slow and inadequate, leaving them stranded. People protest their presence, ignoring the innocent children who are victims of circumstance. These children lack basic necessities, education, and safety, making them question if they are better off in their war-torn homes.
Without experiencing war ourselves, we find it hard to relate. Our past generations, who lived through war, have nearly passed, leaving us without firsthand stories of survival. It’s easy to ignore the plight of refugees, yet we should remember that safety and shelter are basic human needs.
Reflecting on my grandfather’s stories of surviving two wars, I wish I had learned more. Without this knowledge, we fail to understand the harsh realities of war, where choice doesn’t exist, and survival is a daily battle.”
Watch the official music video for Under The Stars here:
Push Back The Horizon is set for release on September 20th via V2 Records. Pre-orders are available now and can be purchased here.
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