Peri Rae confronts toxic friendships with bold new single “Are We Friends?”
Rising indie-rock talent Peri Rae kicks off 2025 with her electrifying new single, Are We Friends? - a raw and energetic anthem that delves into the conflicts of toxic friendships. Blending explosive drums, shimmering indie-rock inspired instrumentals, and her strikingly emotive vocals, Peri delivers a track that is as personal as it is universally relatable.
‘Are We Friends?’ is available now on your streaming service of choice via APOLLO Distribution.
Listen to ‘Are We Friends?’ below:
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With her distinctive vocals and vibrant songwriting, Peri Rae is carving out her own space in the UK music scene. Are We Friends? sets the tone for what promises to be a breakthrough year, showcasing her ability to craft powerful, introspective lyrics against a backdrop of dynamic indie-rock production.
An entirely independent artist, her debut EP, ‘Handing You My Heart’, smashed expectations, amassing over 1 million streams in its first week on Spotify and landing coveted spots on top playlists like ‘New Music Friday’, ‘Our Generation’, and ‘Fresh Folk.’ The momentum continued to build with her highly anticipated sophomore EP, ‘i moved to the beach,’ for which she sold out two consecutive nights of 100-cap headline shows in London.
With critical acclaim pouring in from Rolling Stone, who hailed her as “an artist you have to meet,” Peri’s rise shows no signs of slowing. Her first release became a viral TikTok sensation, garnering over 10 million views and catching the attention of Alfie Templeman, who personally invited her to open for him on tour. She has also opened for Kevin Garrett on his UK tour and Nathan Ball this year.
As anticipation builds for what’s next, Are We Friends? is now available on all major streaming platforms. Stay tuned - 2025 is just getting started for Peri Rae.
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Rising indie rock singer/songwriter Peri Rae is making waves with her unapologetic sound, blending raw emotion with sharp, observational lyrics. Drawing inspiration from her favourite artists—Phoebe Bridgers, Arctic Monkeys, and Fontaines D.C.—Peri fuses emotional storytelling with explosive guitar riffs, creating a sound uniquely her own.
This summer has been monumental for Peri and her band, with electrifying performances on main stages at major festivals like Great Estate and Rock Oyster. Selected by BBC Introducing, Peri also took the stage at the iconic Boardmasters, solidifying her presence in the live music scene. She is supporting Kevin Garrett on his UK tour this September.
Adding to her rising star power, Peri has been nominated for a Youth Music Award and has been personally invited to perform one of her songs at the upcoming ceremony. With accolades continuing to roll in, the future looks incredibly bright for this young artist.