Texas returned on Tuesday (April 6) with Mr Haze – the second track to be lifted from their upcoming album ‘Hi’.
Described as a “soul-soaked Motown belter driven by a Donna Summer sample,” the track is one of 14 tunes set to appear on the Sharleen Spiteri-fronted band’s 10th LP.
“All our albums have cinematic songs,” Sharleen says. “Morricone in particular is still a huge influence. We’re referencing our past but also writing from the position we’re in now.
“Being able to stand back from what you’ve achieved gives you a different perspective. Our aim has only ever been to make great music.”
‘Hi’ features 14 tracks originally recorded during sessions for Texas’ fourth album, ‘White on Blonde’
Initially they thought these undiscovered gems could be released as a ‘lost’ album but listening to the tracks inspired them to write some really strong new material.
“Our excitement at finding this treasure trove of songs collided with our excitement back then and, unplanned, new songs started coming,” Sharleen adds.
“You could say we were inspired by ourselves!”
‘Hi’ is due for release on May 28 and is available on CD, LP and Cassette.
