IAN BLURTON’S FUTURE NOW return with “Siren Of The Song,” the first single to land from the forthcoming full length venture, Imperial Filth. Delivering guitar-led rock with lashings of overdrive, “Siren Of The Song” brings a wall of rhythms, charismatic melodies and a warm analogue sound. Imperial Filth is schedule for release via Pajama Party on October 23, 2026.
Ian Blurton comments on the new single:
“‘Siren Of The Song’ is a riff fest that connects the unlikely dots between Cheap Trick, Slayer, Voivod and ZZ Top and includes 3 guitar solos in 3 minutes. It seemed like a good first single as it encompasses influences from 4 of our favourite bands.”
“1/2 of Imperial Filth was recorded with no click, 80% of it was live off the floor using real British tube amps and no drum samples or AI”. Explains Burton. “We tried to go for a live feel as much as possible, left in a human touch and then overdubbed upon the bed tracks. This record has a bit more of a proggy feel than our last LP as we wanted to explore arrangements that lived outside the world of verse/chorus/verse/chorus/bridge/chorus.
We loved working with Daryl Smith and he really helped let us focus on the playing while he took care the sounds.”
Produced by Daryl Smith and Ian Blurton at Blurton’s very own ProGold Studios, Toronto. Imperial Filth was mixed by Daryl Smith at Chemical West and Mastered by Brad Boatright at Audiosiege. Special guests appearing on Imperial Filth include guitarist Liam Deak of TUMBLE and Lee Rose of ACE OF WANDS performing strings. Cover art for Imperial Filth is by Lydia Sam Planetta and the layout design is by Louis Durand.
Upcoming Canadian Tour Dates:
Sat Oct 24 – Toronto – St Anne’s Church
Fri Nov 13 – London – Supply and Demand
Sat Nov 14 – Montreal – Turbo Haus
Fri Nov 20 – Ottawa – House Of Targ
Sat Nov 28 – Sudbury – The Lounge
Sat Dec 5 – Hamilton – The Mule Spinner
About IAN BLURTON’S FUTURE NOW:
FUTURE NOW is the hard-hitting rock project led by Canadian music veteran Ian Blurton. Known for their raw, powerful sound that blends classic rock, metal, and modern influences, FUTURE NOW delivers music that thrives on energy and live performance. With a lineup of seasoned musicians, the band creates guitar-driven anthems that are equal parts heavy and melodic, capturing the essence of rock’s rebellious spirit.
The creative direction of FUTURE NOW is driven by experimentation, “Everyone in this band makes their living in music, but this is a band that is meant to be a total departure from our day jobs. We can do and try pretty much anything we want and explore what is possible in the songwriting department”.
The band is preparing to unveil their next full length record, Imperial Filth on October 23, 2026, via label Pajama Party.
IAN BLURTON’S FUTURE NOW is:
- Ian Blurton – Guitar/Vocals
- Glenn Milchem – Drums/Backup Vocals
- Anna Ruddick – Bass
- Aaron Goldstein – Guitar
Connect With IAN BLURTON’S FUTURE NOW:
- Bandcamp: https://ianblurton.bandcamp.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/ianblurton
- YouTube: Ian Blurton’s Future Now – Topic – YouTube
- Spotify: Ian Blurton’s Future Now | Spotify
- Apple Music: Ian Blurton’s Future Now – Apple Music
Imperial Filth Track List:
- Gallery Of Scars
- You Better Get Ready
- Heaven Is A Long Way From Home
- When The Ends Don’t Meet
- Death Becomes You
- Siren Of The Song
- Settlers Forge
- Don’t Fade The Day
- The Jokes Write Themselves
- Shadow Work