Single Focus: Medium Punch

Artist/Band: Medium Punch

Name: Jake Leahy

Single title? Nakama 

What's the song about? The influence friendship can have on you. The people you keep close can help you to become a stronger person.  

How long did it take to write/record? I began writing this track a while back, towards the end of uni. It's been tweaked since, after getting vocals back from Blue Moon, but overall it's been quite a journey.

Is this track from a forthcoming release/existing release? This is currently my latest single which was released early March.

What was inspiring you during the song's writing and recording? The long-running Anime series One Piece was the direct inspiration for this song with its consistent emphasis on the importance of friendship and how it never fails to strengthen one's resolve.

We'll like this song if we like... Childish Gambino, Chance The Rapper, Foals

Do you play it differently live? Indeed. I use a sample pad and looping pedal combined with electric guitar to add layers and textures in a live setting.

When and where is your launch/next gig? Saturday 19 March at The Toff.

Website link for more info? https://www.facebook.com/events/978634232201591/