Midwest, Keep For Cheap is back with their latest single, “FedEx.” This new track is a sneak peek into their much-anticipated sophomore album, “Big Grass,” set to drop in August 2024.
“FedEx” spins a deeply personal tale of a girl navigating the contradictions of modern America while clinging to the magic in everyday life. Inspired by a real-life tour mishap involving a FedEx truck in North Dakota, the song delves into the complexities faced by openly queer artists in today’s charged sociopolitical climate. The track captures the essence of touring rural America, where covert and overt judgments are part of the landscape for visibly queer individuals.
With its stream-of-consciousness style, “FedEx” paints a vivid picture of the resilience required to face discriminatory legislation and the safety concerns plaguing queer, particularly trans, communities in the US. The song’s intense, driving energy mirrors the anxiety of a nation grappling with rising fascism and xenophobia. Yet, amid this turmoil, Keep For Cheap’s sound is determined to remain open to the world’s beauty and wonder.
Keep For Cheap’s prairie-rock sound, characterized by its raw, heartfelt lyrics and powerful melodies, shines brightly in “FedEx.” The track is not just a song but a testament to the band’s unwavering spirit and commitment to authenticity in their music.
So, plug in your headphones and take a journey with Keep For Cheap. “FedEx” is an experience, a slice of life delivered with sincerity and grit straight from the Midwest. Don’t miss out on this poignant piece of musical storytelling.
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