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Garbage Releases New Track

Shirley Manson of Garbage is performing live in concert at Circolo Magnolia in Milano, Italy, on June 26, 2024 . Garbage In Concert, Milano, Italy - 26 Jun 2024
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Garbage has released a powerful new single, “Get Out My Face AKA Bad Kitty,” acting as a prelude to their upcoming album Let All That We Imagine Be The Light, slated for release on May 30, 2025. This track serves as a defiant commentary on social issues, showcasing the band's continued evolution and unapologetic stance on current societal conditions. The single features a blend of sharp guitars, gritty basslines, and fierce vocal delivery from the band's charismatic lead Shirley Manson. The track's subtitle, “Bad Kitty,” intriguingly comes from a demo title used during the song's initial production phase. Complementing sharp lyrics with a 90s-inspired guitar line and driving bass, the song presents a sonic backdrop that calls out systemic patriarchal structures, while also addressing broader societal discrepancies.

The subject matter that “Get Out My Face AKA Bad Kitty” touches upon is rooted in Manson's growing frustrations with the state of women's rights in the U.S. As she explains, “When I was young, I didn’t really notice how things worked. People like to shuffle older women off the lot… as you get older, you start to see how things are stacked up against some of us – not all of us.” Her statement highlights a growing awareness and outrage about the treatment of minorities, women, and the queer community in America. The rollback of women's rights, Manson contends, is nothing short of terrifying, with the inequality reminiscent of the Middle Ages. Through her passionate critique, Manson encapsulates the fury and sadness that fuel Garbage's music; yet she also conveys a poignant determination to resist such adversities through a hopeful lens captured in their upcoming album.

The song also reflects a particular thematic contrast with one of the album's pre-release singles, “There’s No Future In Optimism,” offering a paradoxical message of hope amidst adversity. Garbage’s new album, therefore, seems poised to juxtapose dark realism with glimmers of optimism. “Let All That We Imagine Be The Light,” promises a narrative that embodies resilience and clarity amid global chaos—a theme that’s been essential to Garbage's discography for over 30 years. Manson's introspection on personal battles interweaves with the band's trademark alt-rock sound, accentuated with electronic influences that remain fresh yet recognizably Garbage.

In support of their latest endeavor, Garbage—featuring original members Shirley Manson, Duke Erikson, Steve Marker, and Butch Vig—will embark on a North American tour. This marks their first major runway of shows in nearly a decade and signifies continued unity and innovation from the band. Headlining performances are scheduled in iconic venues across cities like Brooklyn, D.C., and San Francisco. The forthcoming album and tour reinforce the band’s position as a staple of the alt-rock genre, known not only for their rich musical legacy, which includes over 20 million albums sold worldwide, but also for their readiness to tackle pressing societal issues.

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