TOCK+TONE have released a new single, titled "Cool Like Canada". This self-proclaimed “dysfunctional duo”, consisting of Joel Tock and Steve Laxtón, has crafted a discography that sharply tackles modern culture with razor-sharp satire laced into electrifying, eclectic music. Creating out of Wisconsin, TOCK + TONE take a fearless approach to social commentary- while interjecting elements of rock, soul, R&B, blues, and more across highlight tracks like the potent "National Sway" and the anti-Trump themed "Crazy Town". Their latest song, “Cool Like Canada” is a funky, infectious protest track wrapped in Prince-inspired grooves, with flavors of classic rock, funk, and Memphis soul.
"Cool Like Canada" builds a lively, vibrant soundscape, based around rich, lush bass-lines, warm horns, and catchy percussion. Combining soulful funk grooves with rock influences, the instrumentation creates a versatile backdrop for the track's sharply-crafted, smooth vocal lines. Featuring gospel-style backing vocals from Tock’s mom, sleek vocals, and immersive rhythms, TOCK + TONE's "Cool Like Canada" balances playfulness with a poignant statement on sovereignty and respect, pushing back against absurd annexation talk.
TOCK + TONE's latest song "Cool Like Canada" demonstrates their genre-bending, thoughtful style with an engaging blend of ear-worm funk sonics with social commentary and wit.
