“Roddy Piper” by Casper Skulls

“Roddy Piper” by Casper Skulls is Northern Transmissions Song of the Day
Northern Transmissions Song of the Day is Roddy Piper by Casper Skulls

Casper Skulls will release their new album Kit-Cat, on April 11, 2025, via Next Door Records. Along with the news, the band shares “Roddy Piper.” The album represents a new chapter for the indie band as they have now become a trio, including longtime friends Melanie St. Pierre-Bednis (guitar/bass/vocals), Neil Bednis (guitar/bass/vocals), and Fraser McClean (drums/bass).

The idea of “Roddy Piper” was born one night as the band, with their shared love of wrestling, watched the legendary feud between Roddy Piper and Hulk Hogan. Together with subtle influences from You Made Me Realise EP by My Bloody Valentine and Forever Again by Eric’s Trip, Neil’s striking guitar riffs laid the groundwork, while Melanie brought the overarching idea of a romantic disagreement, mirroring the tension and drama of a wrestling match, to life in the song. The track showcases the band’s synergy as vocalists while introducing the organ as a new sonic texture that defines much of Kit-Cat.

Speaking more about the track’s sound, Neil shares:

“I love the sound of when Julie Doiron and Rick White sing together and wanted to go for that sort of vibe. I find our band is strongest when Mel and I sing together and this is the first track in our catalog where we sing the entire song together.”

Recorded over six days at Deadpan Studios in February 2024, the album reflects the band’s commitment to a collaborative approach. Husband-and-wife duo Melanie St. Pierre-Bednis and Neil Bednis share songwriting and vocal duties throughout the 11-track album, while drummer Fraser McClean plays a multi-instrumental role, also adding bass, guitar, keyboards, synths, and violin across the record. Lonely Parade guitarist Augusta Veno and engineer Matt Weiwel, a longtime friend of the band.

The album’s artwork, painted by St. Pierre-Bednis, serves as a visual counterpart to its lyrical themes. Featuring a namesake “Kitty Cat” clock, a rural dirt road, and a ballet dancer in a luchador mask.

“We decided to make this album super fun with no expectations,” says Melanie. “That approach made the songs turn out even better.”

Pre-order Kit-Kat HERE

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