Razorlight, the iconic British rock and indie outfit, have unearthed a hidden gem for their fans with the release of a previously unheard demo of their monumental smash hit, "America." Titled "Lost In America," the newly recovered track offers a fascinating look at the early creative process behind the song that eventually went on to top the UK Singles Chart on its original release in 2006.
The original version featured on the band's five-times platinum self-titled second album, which shifted over 1.6 million copies in the UK alone and firmly propelled the group into the mainstream. Frontman Johnny Borrell explained that this newly released version was the very first recording they put down. He revealed that the band initially tried to sell the track to other interested artists through their publishers, but received no interest, adding that while he loved the track at the time, he felt it was a little too safe for Razorlight's distinct sound.
Led by a driving bass riff and featuring an infectious group vocal in the chorus, "Lost In America" presents a more straightforward, uptempo take on the indie classic. Complete with an alternate, more romantic lyrical perspective, it offers a striking and fresh contrast to the familiar version that dominated the airwaves. The single's arrival coincides with the news that the band will release a deluxe edition of the Razorlight album later this year, with the track "Wilfred Owen" already available on digital streaming platforms.
The band will also hit the road for an extensive anniversary tour to celebrate 20 years of the seminal album. The tour will see the four classic members of the band reunite to perform the self-titled record in full. Fans can look forward to hearing era-defining classics like "In The Morning" and "Before I Fall To Pieces," alongside beloved deeper cuts. The extensive tour is scheduled to travel across Europe, Australia, and the UK, concluding with a series of highly anticipated homecoming dates in December.
