Niagara Musician Punch the Camel Kicks off 2025 with a Powerful New Single

Fort Erie-based alt-pop artist Punch the Camel kicks off 2025 with a powerful new single, “Lie to Me”. This infectious track pairs upbeat, rollicking melodies with darkly introspective lyrics, capturing the emotional tightrope of romantic self-deception. Rooted in the anthemic defeatism of the ’90s, the song is both a nostalgic throwback and a fresh take on bittersweet storytelling.

Fronted by Niagara musician Dylan Tykolis, Punch the Camel draws on years of personal challenges, including battles with addiction and heartbreak. His journey of self-discovery is woven into “Lie to Me”, a polished anthem honed through years of live performances at open mics. With influences ranging from Sponge to Duncan Sheik, the track marries driving rhythms with raw vulnerability, creating a sound that’s both familiar and distinctively new.

Crafted with precision, the song is part of Punch the Camel’s debut album, a culmination of five years of writing and performing. Produced with industry veterans Glenn Robinson and Howie Weinberg, “Lie to Me” is a testament to perseverance and artistic growth. As Dylan Tykolis continues to evolve his unique alt-pop style, 2025 promises more bold and unapologetically honest music from this rising Niagara star.