As painful as it is to sit back and watch the ills and injustices that are currently taking place (and have taken place for longer than I’ve been on this Earth), you find yourself in between the rock of silent, sad acceptance and the hard place of trying to clarify emotionally intense reactions in order to share them as sound, logical points. Luckily, I find myself able to work though most issues with my pen, and it didn’t take much convincing when The SCROTUS reached out to me for inclusion on Shithole, one of the lead singles off of TrumpCard‘s upcoming second release, Cult 45. Rather than put on a performance, The SCROTUS decided that reality spoke more than enough for the sentiments shared in this song, hence a video comprised of news and protest footage juxtaposed against images of American ‘values’. This video is not an easy watch, but it is an important one, especially if we are looking to change this reality in any way, shape or form. Please watch, please share, and please do not be silent against what you feel is unjust or an injustice.
April 20th is and always has been a day of celebration, and when it rolled around for 2020, it seems like Buzz N’ Bangs had an idea to make it extra special. Fans of rock in the central Texas area had a reason to rejoice as Going Places hit the internet airwaves. The duo captures all of their high energy and wonderful sense of humor on the project, dropping a collection of original songs and two covers that round out the proceedings. After approaching nearly ten years on hiatus, it is certainly refreshing to know that the duo is alive and kicking, and hopefully the pair still has a few albums left in them. If summer rolls around and we’re allowed to go outside again, don’t be surprised if you hear this one out in the streets. Check it out, share it around for others to enjoy, and if you have a few bucks, go ahead and cop it.
With an extension announced on the NPR Tiny Desk Contest due to social distancing measures having been issued, many bands are taking advantage of the opportunity. TrumpCard, who has been very busy in the recording studio as of late, took the time to collaborate with Christopher Paul Cardoza to record an entry for Cult 45, another blistering examination of our president’s cult of personality he has created. The song speaks loudly and clearly for itself, and Cardoza captured the essence of the band’s biting political satire perfectly. Let’s hope this one makes some noise during the contest, as this message is as timely as any that will probably be submitted. Leave a like, a comment, and share it around to help the numbers and buzz grow!
(iN)Sect Records has always been known for their top tier collection of producers, beatmakers and electronic composers, but that shouldn’t overshadow the fact that many talented musicians can be found in the label’s ranks. Black Mercy, an Austin-based supergroup of sorts, are one of the bands on the roster, and they’re setting off 2020 with a bang in the form of For The Man Who Has Everything, a recent 45 they’ve dropped, and the DIY-charm and aesthetic of the crew is captured in PTSD, the first single and video. Rather than go for a traditional showcase or glamour video, Black Mercy opted to do a twist on the old school punk video by switching out skate footage for fingerboard footage, to a great impact. Check out the video, leave a like and a comment, and share it around for others to do the same!
TrumpCard believes that the children are the future, and it shows in their latest music video offering, Let’s Go Camping. After a recent visit to the Texas state capitol, the group decided to try and bring a set of young ones into the fold, helping to educate them in their beliefs and teach them the proper ideologies to succeed in life. As evidenced by the video, the group’s methods are flawless, and the young crowd quickly fell in line with their train of thought. If you’re interested in going camping with TrumpCard, all you have to do is like the video, leave a comment, and share it around!
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