Orlando based indie-folk artist Chris Dryfoos released his politically charged anti-Trump single “The Tower,” on July 25th. Clocking in at a little less than 7 minutes, this track laments the issues of our current political climate including but not limited to: police violence, racism, descrimination, the failings of our government and political system, Donald Trump, and war.
The only instrumentation on this track is a discreet folky guitar melody that is simple but effective. The energy rises and falls with the subject matter and serves to elevate Chris’ vocals and put them in the spotlight. His soulful and smoky timbre is utilized to great success in bringing the lyrics to life and giving them color that wouldn’t have been present under the guise of a less skilled vocalist.
While I don’t want to point any specific lyrics out because I think you should check the track out for yourself, I will say that Chris has a way of expressing the discontent and restlessness of people young and old that are tired of regression and violence. He does a good job at illustrating the division of people who have differing beliefs. His lexicon is poetic and metaphorical in a way that is thought provoking and engaging.
If you’re looking for a song that perfectly sums up the current American experience, check out “The Tower” and I guarantee that you’ll be a little bit more sad but a lot more empowered. This track is a deep and introspective dive on what it means to live in the United States right now and I highly recommend you give it a listen.
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