“Uncle Sam,” the latest single from Sunset Inc. (A BunnyWho Production), delivers a punk anthem infused with raw energy and a strong message. Conceived by Sonny, a self-taught musician from central New Jersey, this track is for all the working-class people the government overlooks. Recorded with friends Mark on drums and Kevin on guitar, the song draws on the gritty, unfiltered punk influences of bands like the Ramones and the Sex Pistols, offering an authentic, rebellious sound rooted in Sonny’s New Jersey origins.
“Uncle Sam” opens with a punchy, gritty guitar riff quickly joined by rumbling drums and crashing cymbals, setting an intense, driven rhythm. Sonny’s voice, raspy and raw, hooks listeners immediately. His gritty tone, delivered with a pronounced accent, engages us with a captivating, almost hypnotic element. High, lively, chirpy backing vocals from a female singer add an extra spark to the chorus, enhancing the song’s infectious punk energy. The guitars and drums never let up, revving and rolling through the verses and delivering a high-octane experience that’s as empowering as it is relentless.
Inspired by a moment of realization at work, when Sonny notices the tax cuts on the name of “Uncle Sam,” Sonny lashes out on behalf of regular Americans who are sidelined.
With its unapologetically bold sound and rebellious spirit, “Uncle Sam” stands as a fierce anthem for those tired of the status quo, merging punk rock roots with a message that resonates. Listen more of Sonny’s Sunset Inc. on Spotify.
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Review by: Naomi Joan