The current political and social unrest in the United States has become a source of contention and strife for many Americans, and much of that unrest stems from events in recent months in Minnesota. From innocent Americans being killed by government agents to several men, women, and children being taken, whether they are here in the United States illegally or not, there have been so many injustices that, understandably, people are becoming upset and angry at the situation. No matter what one’s political beliefs are, the haunting actions of a specific agency in Minnesota should be disheartening and unbearable to witness by everyone, and should be something everyone rallies around to get the word out and make change happen.

That is the message behind Solid Gold’s latest single, “Government Grade.” The electronic rock band challenges audiences to take a hard look at the events happening in Minnesota and search their hearts to see how wrong these events are. The usually hard-hiting rock riffs and electronic sound the band is known for have taken on new life thanks to the subject matter, replaced by a balance of soulful guitar riffs, haunting vocals that feel like a blend of Coldplay and the Smashing Pumpkins, and fiery and passionate lyrics that feel like a moment of self-reflection for the Twin Cities and the country as a whole.

Heartfelt and compelling, this single is a subtle yet compelling reminder to audiences not to let the constant barrage of horrors our world is facing right now diminish the continued affronts that so many in Minnesota continue to face, and the horrors that have already occurred there. If you haven’t yet, be sure to listen to the single right now!

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https://solidgold.bandcamp.com/track/government-grade

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