Hunting for Witches
| Industry | Music |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1999 |
| Headquarters | London , England |
Hunting for Witches is a track by the English rock group Bloc Party, issued as the third single from their sophomore album, A Weekend in the City, on 9 July 2007. The single attained a peak position of number 22 on the UK Singles Chart.
Composition
The inspiration behind the lyrics of "Hunting for Witches" stems from the July 2005 terrorist attacks in London, the September 11, 2001 events in the United States, and how these incidents were portrayed by the media. The song offers a critique of the media's societal impact. Lead vocalist Kele Okereke described it as a reflection on how swiftly the mainstream press was driven by fear following such tragedies, emphasizing the media's tendency to wield fear as a mechanism for control.
Music video
This album’s video is notably minimalistic, showcasing the band performing within a dimly lit room accompanied by distinctive overhead camera angles. Direction was handled by Alan Smithee.
7" vinyls
- Wichita / WEBB130S (UK) (Gatefold sleeve containing a second 7")
- Wichita / WEBB130SX (UK)
CDs
- Wichita / WEBB130SCD (UK)
- Wichita / WEBB130SRMX (UK)
Produced CD marked "for promotional use only."
Charts
| Chart (2008) | Highest position |
|---|---|
| UK Singles Chart | 22 |