Philadelphia’s The Noisy return with “Neckline (Deluxe Version)”, an exuberant and emotionally charged indie pop single lifted from the expanded album The Secret Ingredient Is Even More Meat (Deluxe Edition), released October 24. Blending the confessional honesty of bedroom pop with the cinematic flair of queer performance art, the track reimagines one of their fan favorites as a sweeping anthem that celebrates vulnerability, romance, and reinvention.
Founded by Sara Mae Henke (they/them) — an award-winning poet and multidisciplinary artist — The Noisy operate at the intersection of music, drag, and fashion. Their artful mix of Spaghetti Western grit, classic pop elegance, and theatrical queer energy has made them a fixture in Philadelphia’s underground scene. With “Neckline (Deluxe Version)”, the band transforms longing into spectacle, turning emotional bruises into glittering confessionals.
The upcoming deluxe album expands on their acclaimed debut, incorporating a new track (“Nightshade”), fresh mixes, and reinterpretations of beloved songs. Produced by Jacob Lawter (Slow and Steady) with contributions from Josh Sorrells, Ash Baker, and Nyleen Perez, the record bridges country, pop, and indie rock — pairing sharp lyricism with lush, cinematic production.
The Noisy’s live performances blur the lines between rock show and drag revue, featuring collaborators like Miss Thing, Avery Goodname (Camp Wannakiki), Wet Betty, and designer Jasmine Schulte (Mannequin Pussy, Pom Pom Squad). It’s a space where glamour meets catharsis, with every song serving as both diary entry and invitation to dance through the heartbreak.
Following the success of their earlier videos for “Violet Lozenge,” “Backlit,” and “Ballerino” — praised by outlets including WXPN, Post-Trash, and Atwood Magazine — The Noisy teased this new chapter during Pride month with the gothic-glam video “Twos”, a silent-film homage to queer resilience and romance.
Now, with “Neckline (Deluxe Version)”, Sara Mae and company lean into the grandiosity of pop while holding onto the intimacy of their indie roots — crafting something both shimmering and sincere, like a love letter sealed in satin and feedback.
Check out Neckline (Deluxe Version) below:
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