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    Hayes Noble’s ‘As It Was, As We Were’: A Dynamic Sophomore Punk Rock Masterpiece

    By Chris RyanJune 18, 2024002 Mins Read
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    On his sophomore album, As It Was, As We Were, Hayes Noble continues to refine his brand of fuzzed-out punk rock with increasingly dynamic songwriting. Recorded and mixed by Luke Tweedy (known for his work with William Elliott Whitmore, Appleseed Cast, and Erase Errata), and mastered by Carl Saff, As It Was, As We Were showcases the nineteen-year-old’s talent for blending melodious noise with timeless coming-of-age lyrics. The album features sheets of feedback colliding with driving beats and abrasive hooks, while blurred vocals shift from subdued delivery to impassioned shouts, enhancing the youthful sincerity.

    Recorded just two months after his high school graduation, As It Was, As We Were tells the story of hot summer nights, first loves, and teenage desolation in the Driftless Hills surrounding the upper Mississippi. It captures the feeling of being out of step with the weekend cowboys and keg party rollers, searching for fellow outcasts and weirdos in a small town. Hayes presents a Gen Z snapshot of leaving home and facing the suffocating bleakness on the horizon. With artwork by Mike Scheer (Built to Spill, Treepeople), As It Was, As We Were solidifies Noble’s place as an emerging talent in the new generation of guitar-driven indie rockers.

    Noble’s 2023 debut, ‘Head Cleaner’, showcased a massive tube-driven wall of sound. Recorded and mixed on 2″ tape by Daytrotter co-founder and analog guru Patrick Stolley, ‘Head Cleaner* highlighted Noble’s wide range of musical influences, combining earsplitting shoegaze and post-hardcore with a nod to the guitar-driven noise rock that emerged from the mid-80s punk scene. The album echoes the sounds of legendary indie guitar heroes, with elements of Dinosaur Jr., Polvo, and Superchunk breaking through a foundation of overblown punk rock. Check out “Nothing Else” below:

    As It Was As We Were Hayes noble indie rock Nothing else post punk
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    Chris Ryan is the founder and visionary behind AudioFuzz.com, a destination for cutting-edge music discovery and cultural commentary. With a deep-rooted passion for music, community, and connection, Chris brings a rare blend of experience across the worlds of nightlife, activism, mental health, and media.Before launching AudioFuzz, Chris made his mark as one of New York City’s premier nightlife producers, curating some of the city’s most iconic events. Known for turning parties into immersive cultural experiences, his work was recognized by the Mayor of New York City, who awarded him for his contributions to activism and for fostering unity and visibility through nightlife. His events received multiple accolades for creativity, inclusivity, and social impact — always with a focus on bringing diverse communities together under one roof.Chris also produced SHINEOUT, the first-ever LGBT music festival, a groundbreaking celebration of queer artistry and music that set a new precedent in the industry.Driven by a lifelong desire to understand and support others, Chris pivoted to mental health, earning two master’s degrees and becoming a licensed psychotherapist. His clinical work reflects the same values that defined his nightlife career: empathy, authenticity, and the power of human connection.A global citizen and avid traveler, Chris has explored over 70 countries, using his journeys to inform the eclectic, international lens that defines AudioFuzz. From the underground clubs of Berlin to street performances in Bangkok, his firsthand experiences with music across cultures continue to fuel the site’s unique voice.Through AudioFuzz.com, Chris Ryan continues to celebrate the power of music to inspire, heal, and unite — curating a platform where queer voices, experimental sounds, and boundary-pushing artists take center stage.

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