Basslines and Protest Signs is Brett Callwood’s new column looking at the intersection of music and politics. This week talks about conservative punks.
After releasing their self-titled album this May, electro-pop trio A R I Z O N A have now released A R I Z O N A (R E M I X E D) on Fueled By Ramen. This new rendition of the album features remixes of all 12 tracks by rising and establishing EDM artists, such as T. Matthias, Alle Farben, Leondis…oh, and Bilmuri, who remixed “Dark Skies.” Wait… Bilmuri, the one-man post-hardcore project by Johnny Franck, formerly of Attack Attack!? The Bilmuri remix might come as a surprise to those not familiar with this bit of A R I… Read more »
With his recent anti-trans comments, Alice Cooper has shown he doesn’t know what he’s talking about. But people are paying attention, and that’s dangerous.
Country singer Jason Aldean barely concealed his bigotry with the “Try That In A Small Town” single. It’s reassuring to know that these violently evil views are not the norm. Not in music, not in country music, not anywhere.
Controversial and in-your-face rocker, TX2 is back at it again with another banger. This time, he went full seduction on his new track “Degrade Me.” The provocative and aggressive new tune is all about being submissive to your partner, in a way that is obviously attractive. You rarely see men in music making statements like this, but that is honestly what TX2 is all about. He isn’t afraid to say the things that other people won’t. With a chorus like “Degrade me, to keep me hooked / I’ll let you break me, ’cause you fuck so good / I’m a… Read more »
Donald Trump is just one man. His legal woes are many and varied, including federal, state and civil. He should be screwed. Time will tell.
When reports emerged that former Misfits vocalist Michale Graves testified in defense the Proud Boys, few could say that they were surprised.
The murder of Tyre Nichols, Trump is apparently on legal notice, why conservatives are accusing the Xbox of being woke and more.
Today we talk about BTS’ hiatus to fulfill their military obligation, Kanye’s latest mistake, the life of Robbie Coltrane, and Hayley Williams’ new hair salon. — BTS’ Military Service BTS confirmed today they will be required to fulfill South Korea’s obligation for men to serve in the military. There was a question if their status in the entertainment industry would protect them from the requirement but now everyone has gotten an answer. Every South Korean man must serve for 18–21 months as long as they are healthy. Jin, the oldest member of BTS, will be the first to start his… Read more »
Basslines and Protest Signs is Brett Callwood’s column looking at the intersection of music and politics. This week talks about Kanye West’s latest statements and anti-semitic threats.
