The new single from Fool's Union, “America” is a love letter to the country in which many bands want to break it big. Like other Canadian acts before them, they see America as the promised land where bands go to realize their musical dreams. The boys have made pilgrimage to the US a few times during their career, playing stages in New York City’s Bowery district, filming videos in Times Square, rocking out in Cleveland, and soaking up the sun in San Diego—the experiences have consistently been magical. The band’s love of American hard rock has always been tempered by an equal love of Motown soul, sun-drenched Beach Boys-esque harmonies, and Black Crowes-style southern rock. The influence of the US on Fool’s Union’s brand of rock ‘n’ roll runs deep.
The track “America” combines the Southern roots rock sound of The Band and the catchy Brit rock stomp of Oasis into an undeniably memorable three minutes of music. The song features a dual harmony vocal from singer Nick Cino and drummer Adam Cannon that is equal parts Rick Danko & Levon Helm and Liam & Noel Gallagher. If America needs a new national anthem, here it is.
credits
released January 27, 2023
Written by Fool's Union
Produced, Mixed, and Mastered by Fool's Union
Artwork by Jon Daly
Adam Cannon - Drums, Vocals
Nick Cino - Lead Vocals, Guitar
Jon Daly - Lead Guitar
Dave Marini - Bass, Keys
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