[Cover photo credit to Connor Mizell]

Austin, Texas based Indie Prog/Funk/Rock collective Grandmaster have released their new single, “Castle Door“, produced and mixed by Austin’s Nolan Potter. Grandmaster is comprised of members of Austin local bands Acid Carousel, Sexpop and Lick Neon. The band plans to release a full album in May 2024.

Co-founding member and lead vocalist Nick Leon shares:

’Castle Door’ presents the image of the Grandmaster’s Castle, and all of his loyal followers who protect it. These followers, known as Zealots, are faced with mystery guests who continue to knock on the door of the castle, only for them to enter and never leave.

Heavily influenced by Earth Wind & Fire, Steely Dan, and The Doobie Brothers, “Castle Door” paves the way for more celebratory material from the band.

Leon elaborates:

Thematically, we all live in this castle with The Grandmaster. It’s similar to an orphanage. Different authority figures knock on the door, and we’re declining their suggestions, because The Grandmaster is our only authority figure. He can’t be surpassed by anyone. It’s also a day in the life of the Zealots. If you come in, this is what you’re signing up for.