‘racing on the back straight’ by jacob and the starry eyed shadows feels like catching a second wind. it’s bright, urgent, and shining with hope. the guitars sprint forward with a summery energy, while the synths add a pop sheen that keeps everything glowing.

based in glasgow, jacob writes and records everything himself, threading alt-rock grit with pop-punk immediacy and indie charm. the production is really, really strong and you can hear the influence of bands like the menzingers through the guitar tones, while the chorus bursts with a hint of our faves black kids.

this single marks a turning point after a spell of writer’s block – a song fully formed before recording, brimming with clarity and momentum. it’s both a release and a reminder that sometimes patience is the spark. we love it.

thank u for making this jacob and the starry eyed shadows ❤️