It’s A Wonderful Lie is the latest single from Manchester’s The Great Leap Forward. Taken from the band’s latest album, “Revolt Against An Age of Plenty”, the track is testament to the band’s longevity and shining some positive energy on these dark times.

Inspired by the pandemic of Covid 19, It’s A Wonderful Lie sees Alan Brown (bIG*fLAME, Witness, Inca Babies) once again flying the flag for justice, truth and humanity. It’s a great track that is immaculately produced, classically crafted and selected as my Single of the Day.

As a new wave, post-punk. synth-pop track, It’s A Wonderful Lie isn’t afraid to speak out and sits nicely in the recesses of Anarcho-punk. Through the fusion of pristine synths, robust beats and compressed riffs, It’s A Wonderful Lie evokes a sense of nostalgia, whilst maintaining a contemporary cool. Through the deadpan vocals, It’s A Wonderful Lie,sarcastically fuels its combatant spirit with a wry smile on its face. It’s a politically charged track whose lyrics capture the angst and frustrations of our modern times. Through the catchy chorus, It’s A Wonderful Lie revives the riotous rebel, which makes you want to uproot, join forces and start a revolution. Along with the TV clips, It’s A Wonderful Lie takes a brave stance against the current political climate, whilst adding a bit of cinematic commentary along the way.

It’s A Wonderful Lie is available on 27th September 2021, via A Turntable Friend Records, digital platforms and is featured on the ‘Revolt Against An Age of Plenty’ LP is available as a coloured double-vinyl gatefold LP and gatefold CD with 16-page lyrics booklet. It is also everywhere online, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp.