The King Blues

So I've always had a different Idea of what Punk is, than what popular society seems to say it is. To me Punk in an attitude, its about the way the mind works; Its not about a Dress sense, or a style in music, or painting a silly A on a wall. Its an attitude that says, "The current system is not perfect, and somethings need to change, and Yes I will stand up and shout". Maybe its not Punk, but in my head its what I mean when I say "now that is punk!"

The point here is that is exactly what I said when I heard "The King Blues, What if Punk Never Happened?". Now I'm not gonna be an advocate for this band, as I have heard only this song, but I definitely suggest listening to it. I plan to explore them further. Stylewise they are definitely not your typical "punk" sound. I don't particulary agree with the band references, but the point is one I agree with. I can't find an online description from the Band, so this one from Tariq Ali will have to do

"This is rough, radical music that should unsettle the rules of this Country. A new Generation of Musicians are challenging the War Monger Politicians and their courtiers. I hope these songs prosper." (Tariq Ali)

... As do I. The verse here that stood out goes like this

"And realise that the other world that you’re always looking for,
Lies right here in front of us, just outside this door,
And it’s up to you to go out there and paint the canvas,
After all, you were put on the earth to do this,
So shine your light so bright that all can see,
Take pride in being whoever the fuck you want to be"

This is Poetry. I was hoping to add a link to an mp3 for you to sample but I cannot find one. So anyone that does find one, drop us a comment.


http://www.kingblues.com