With “More Than Friends,” Talk In Code deliver what is arguably their most refined and emotionally resonant single to date. Bridging the shimmering pulse of eighties new wave electronica with the heartfelt immediacy of nineties indiepop, the band once again prove their talent for crafting timeless pop anthems that feel both nostalgic and unmistakably modern.
From the opening moments, “More Than Friends” establishes a reflective yet uplifting tone. Atmospheric synths float above an infectious rhythmic groove, creating a soundscape that feels intimate without losing its anthemic reach. This is Talk In Code at their most confident: restrained where it needs to be, expansive where it counts. The production allows the song to breathe, gradually building toward a chorus that feels destined to be shouted back by festival crowds.
Lyrically, the single explores a universally familiar moment — the fragile space between friendship and something more. Frontman Chris Stevens captures that emotional limbo with clarity and warmth, singing about eagerness, hesitation, and the quiet tension of waiting for someone else to make the first move. As he explains, “we’ve all been there, in a situation waiting for the other to make the first move, to validate our feelings, or to save face.” It’s this relatability that gives the track its emotional weight, turning a personal moment into a shared experience.
Musically, Talk In Code lean confidently into their influences without sounding derivative. The immortal choruses and rousing hooks recall the elegance of A-Ha and Spandau Ballet, while the band’s modern indie sensibility keeps the song feeling fresh and current. The melody lingers long after the final note fades, a testament to the band’s instinctive grasp of pop songwriting.
Recorded with Sam Winfield at Studio 91 in Newbury — known for work with Amber Run, The Amazons, and Fickle Friends — the track benefits from crisp, polished production that enhances its emotional pull. As the sixth release on Regent Street Records, in partnership with Phoenix Music International and Zebralution, “More Than Friends” feels like a defining moment in the band’s steadily rising trajectory.
The single’s impact was immediately felt at its launch show, where Talk In Code performed to a packed, energetic crowd at The Victoria in Swindon, a fitting celebration for a song designed to connect people. Their reputation as a powerful live act continues to grow, supported by extensive touring and a loyal fanbase affectionately known as the “Talkers.”
With over 800,000 streams across recent releases, editorial playlist placements, strong backing from BBC Introducing Oxfordshire & Berkshire, and nominations in nine categories at this year’s Wiltshire Music Awards, Talk In Code are clearly gaining momentum. Press support from outlets such as CLOUT, Indie Is Not A Genre, Dance About Architecture, and RGM further cements their rising profile.
“More Than Friends” doesn’t just reinforce Talk In Code’s strengths — it elevates them. It’s a polished, heartfelt, and effortlessly catchy single that confirms the band’s ascent toward genuine pop greatness.
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