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Black Ends Release New Music Video for 'Pour Me'
Self-ordained as "Gunk Pop," Black Ends is making a name for themselves with their unique flavor of punk-infused, distorted, hardcore rock. Black Ends is personal, political, queer as hell, and a lot of fun to experience.
If there were a band in today's music scene that purely embodies Seattle's grunge spirit, it's Black Ends. Self-ordained as "Gunk Pop," the band (comprised of Nicolle Swims on vocals and guitar, Billie Paine on drums, and Ben Swanson on bass) is making a name for themselves with their unique flavor of punk-infused, distorted, hardcore rock. Black Ends is personal, political, queer as hell, and a lot of fun to experience. One of the best bands I've witnessed live, I've been constantly on the look out for anything new that Black Ends comes out with.
This week, Black Ends released a music video for "Pour Me," a song from their highly acclaimed debut album, Psychotic Spew. The band's long-awaited debut has propelled them into a league of their own, and garnered them praise in outlets such as Alternative Press, KEXP, and more.
Previous videos released for the album are "Pretend 2 Be (Protect Me)," "Black's Lullaby," and "Bent." "Pour Me" is a fun addition to the band's repertoire, as it displays lead singer Swims and their friends at a raucous house party. The wild antics nearly distract from Swims's mesmerizing, dejected lyrics. However, the music still takes center stage. Don't let the fun distract you from what's really at hand.
"It's a waste of time to breathe... It's a waste of time to sleep... It's a waste of time to be me..."
The music video for "Pour Me" was directed by Bella Petro and edited by Brennan Moring.
The video for "Pour Me" is now available as of March 28th.
Black Ends' album Pychotic Spew is available on all major platforms as of October 11th, 2024. The vinyl is available on Bandcamp.
Additionally, Black Ends will be touring this spring. For upcoming show dates, visit the band's official website at Gunkpop.com.
Oblé Reed and TeZATalks Get Original With 'Hard Copies'
We know it was a hit from the ringtone flip phones (or smartphones), but we hope "Hard Copies" propels Reed into viral success once again.
Oblé Reed is a talent on the rise and continues to be one to watch. With a distinct visual style, conscious lyrics, and a fervent passion for his city, Reed's ascent in the local music scene and beyond is no surprise. This week, Reed dropped his latest song, "Hard Copies," in collaboration with friend and fellow trailblazing artist TeZATalks (who released the critically acclaimed Black Girl American Horror Story). Produced by fantompower, the release includes a music video directed by Ezra Bantum.
It's "Hard Copies," but Reed is a bonafide original who is cementing himself as part of Seattle's often understated, but rich hip-hop legacy. Following his EP Retrovision, Reed has kickstarted 2025 with a new pair of songs and visuals. Just earlier this month, Reed released the visuals for his song "EN ROUTE," featuring Sol ChYld, and in January, "More Anniversaries." "Hard Copies" looks to be the beginning of a new project set to release soon. Reed has built a reputation for his high-concept, high production values, as his Retrovision and debut album Lindenave! include "full project experiences," which are collections of visual accompaniments to his sound.
As a nod of what's to come, Reed has been building anticipation and hinting that his latest song is only the second in a series. He teased on Instagram, "TRACK 2 of ??🖨️HARD COPIES w/ @tezatalks 3/26."
According to WASH Magazine, TeZATalks and Reed have been friends for some time, but this is the duo's first recorded collaboration. Two of the most exciting acts in Seattle, this was a fateful event. Not unexpectedly, "Hard Copies" is catchy and fun. The song goes hard, and so does its music video.
Ezra Bantum's creative work only elevates the music. Continuing his flair for mixing the retro and the now, the "Hard Copies" video includes Xerox flashes, and corded phones over a plain back background as Reed and TeZATalks rap. Reed continues to showcase his lyrical prowess while TeZATalks becomes a vocal chameleon. Talk about "WHOA."
We know it was a hit from the ringtone flip phones (or smartphones), but we hope "Hard Copies" propels Reed into viral success once again.
"Hard Copies" is now available to stream on all major platforms as of March 25th.
