# Glam Synth Band THE CANDY WHIPS Battle Alcoholism in Shimmery​, New Wave​-​I​nspired Track “A Drop Will Do”

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- Published: 2024-05-29T16:00:00-05:00
- Author: Eugene Tierney

“You can hear elements of Trevor Horn, Oingo Boingo, Wall of Voodoo, and Sparks 
as well. Candy Whips is as challenging as it is danceable… wrapped up in gossamer,
glam and glee.”  **– Post-Punk**
 “Vibrant and simply brilliant” **– Glamglare**

### **THE CANDY WHIPS**⏎ **Battle Alcoholism in Shimmery​, New Wave​-​I​nspired Track“󠀁[A Drop Will Do](https://reybee.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f67b4587af2b2ef9aa80ed984&id=6587ff17ad&e=615f2b8493)󠁿“

#### **Upcoming Album **_**Artificial Melodies**_** Out August 6th⏎ _via_ Kitten Robot Records

**MAY 28, 2024 (Oakland, CA) – **“’[**A Drop Will Do**](https://reybee.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f67b4587af2b2ef9aa80ed984&id=40fb9362e0&e=615f2b8493)‘
reflects on my struggle with alcoholism and the inner turmoil of trying to stop 
using, yet finding myself back in the grips of addiction with no control again and
again,” explains **Greg Downing** of Oakland, CA-based glam synth band **THE** **
CANDY WHIPS **about their new reflective and shimmery track.

[⌊The Candy Whips⌉⌊The Candy Whips⌉[

**THE CANDY WHIPS**
Photo credit: Rob Williamson

The single is taken from their upcoming angular synthpop album **_Artificial Melodies_**
due out **August 6th** _via_ **Kitten Robot Records**. “I can say proudly that this
is a reflection of the past. I am currently two years sober and recovery is a big
part of my life now,” he adds. “If there is anything people can take away from this
song, I hope it’s to know that they are not alone and to reach out for help if they
need it.”

With a chorus-drenched guitar ripping through beside a grooving bass track, the 
new single is inspired by the push and pull of dependency. Greg describes, “The 
song structure resembles the constant strife of trying to avoid using, giving in,
and letting it wreak havoc in my life followed by brief periods of respite when 
I could string any amount of sobriety together, only to do it all over again.”

With _Artificial Melodies_, **Wendy Stonehenge** elevates the Candy Whips’ legacy
by enlisting a powerhouse ensemble of seasoned Bay Area rock luminaries, including**
David Kurtz **(_Whateverglades_), **Greg Downing **(_Glitter Wizard_),** Melanie
Burkett **(_Psychic Hit_),** **and** Warren Huegel **(_Daevid Allen’s University
of Errors/Citay_). Arranged thematically, the soon-to-be-released album displays
two sides of the band’s personae.

Side A unveils the band’s new sound, a sonic landscape Stonehenge playfully dubs”
post-glam” or “accidental goth.” On the flip side, we’re treated to the signature
Candy Whips experience: a fusion of brooding new wave and pulsating synth-pop, meticulously
crafted within the confines of a home studio and occasionally enriched by the skronking
guitar wizardry of collaborator, Arthur Tea.

A Drop Will Do

[⌊A Drop Will Do⌉⌊A Drop Will Do⌉
Watch this video on YouTube

**THE CANDY WHIPS “A Drop Will Do”**

Also a member of celebrated Northern California glam rock band **Glitter Wizard**,
Wendy Stonehenge’s side project Candy Whips was re-energized during the pandemic
when his prospects of playing live shows were dashed. He holed up in his home studio
and transported Kraftwerk’s roborock to Oakland, fusing punk, electronic and synthpop
to pass the time. What emerged was his synth-drenched fever dream that delivered‘
80s Devo-fied New Wave into Modern Times. Known for creating the critically-hailed
gonzo cyberpunk of his 2021’s debut LP **_Automaton_**, and 2023’s hypnotic **_A.
L.T.C.H.B.S._**, _Artificial Melodies_ is a force to be reckoned with. 

**The Candy Whips **is **Wendy Stonehenge **(_lead vocals_)** **with help from **
Greg Downing **(_guitar/backup vocals_),** David Kertz** (_keyboards/synthesizers_),**
Warren Huegel **(_drums_), and** Melanie Burkett** (_bass_). The new shimmery single**“
[A Drop Will Do](https://reybee.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f67b4587af2b2ef9aa80ed984&id=76b1869d50&e=615f2b8493)“**
is out now. Their upcoming album _**Artificial Melodies**_ will be released on **
August 6th** _via _**Kitten Robot Records**. Side one of the record is with the 
full Candy Whips band and side two is only Wendy Stonehenge.

[⌊The Candy Whips⌉⌊The Candy Whips⌉[

**THE CANDY WHIPS**
_Artificial Melodies_ Album Artwork

**THE CANDY WHIPS**
_Artificial Melodies_ Album ArtworkTracklisting

 1.  The Usher
 2.  I’m A Lizard
 3.  A Drop Will Do
 4.  Strange Taste
 5.  Same Old Story
 6.  Stretch
 7.  TV Set
 8.  Everything You Say
 9.  Just Like You
 10. Psyclones
 11. Crippled Angel

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