Oslo trio Dancing the conga (DTC) are here to get loud and political with their new album, And Now… We Take America. This isn't just a collection of catchy tunes—it’s a genre-blurring, psychedelic-tinged collision that’s as messy and vital as the world it critiques.
Right from the start, the band makes it clear they’re not pulling any punches. Tracks like "Security Council," "Empire of Dirt," and "American Girl" point an unflinching finger at global politics, particularly American imperialism. The whole thing feels incredibly relevant right now, and there's what appears to be an AI Generated president on the album cover.. A reminder of what could of been.
The band’s own quote is the dead giveaway – they say the album "leaves no doubt about what we are here to do. We understand that if you want to get ahead (like former NATO GS Jens Stoltenberg), you’ve got to make friends with your enemies, even if that entails sacrificing your soul (and social democracy) on the bonfire of neoliberalism. This album explores the consequences of that sacrifice. Also, we will never again be this relevant with anything, ever."
And Now… We Take America isn't just a political statement, it’s a genuinely great listen. It’s cozy, loud, and full of both melancholy and joy.
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