Johnny Hunter is no stranger to dark, brooding soundscapes, but their latest single, ‘HOT MESS‘, out now via Hell Beach/Onelove Records, marks a sharp departure from their post-punk roots. The band, known for their moody new wave tendencies, has pivoted to a sound that feels like it was forged in the heat of a gritty club dance floor. Produced by Jesse F. Keeler, known for his work with MSTRKRFT and Death From Above 1979, ‘HOT MESS’ grabs you by the throat. Don’t be mistaken—Johnny Hunter has always worn black (literally) and been covered in glitter (metaphorically), but this new sound is donned in shiny chromatic wrapping paper, delivering a sound…