The third installment of Before After Again singles for 2025 has arrived. Titled Control, this new release is a deceivingly upbeat slice of electronic music that is available on all major streaming and download sites today.
A Tale of Two Tempos
Musically, Control is built around a distinct structural shift that sets it apart from standard synthpop fare. The verses drive forward at a frenetic 240 BPM, creating a sense of urgency and anxious energy. However, when the chorus hits, the track cuts the time in half, dropping into a locked-in 120 BPM groove.
This shift transforms the song into a disco-influenced anthem, nodding to the melodic sensibilities of Kraftwerk and the experimental edge of Cabaret Voltaire. The juxtaposition of post-punk aggression with dancefloor-ready rhythms creates a unique tension, it demands that you move, even while the lyrics suggest paralysis.
“Everything is Perfect in the End”
Lyrically, the song stands in stark contrast to the upbeat instrumentation. It paints a picture of manipulation and disconnected pain. The line “The pavement hits your face” delivers a visceral blow that cuts through the disco sheen. The chorus serves as an ironic counterpoint, claiming “Everything is perfect in the end” while the narrator is clearly being “brushed aside.”
It is a classic darkwave trick: hiding a story of alienation inside a song that forces you to dance. The demons are real, but the beat goes on.
Listen Now
Released via Overlook Hotel Records, you can stream Control now on Spotify, Apple Music, and more. To support the band directly, head over to Bandcamp to purchase the high-quality download.