New York-based melanated punk band OXYMORRONS continue their genre-bending revolution with their latest single, “Last Call”, releasing today via Mascot Records.
 
Produced by Zach Jones (Fever 333, Nova Twins, Crown The Empire), “Last Call” is a fervent hip-hop/rock tune exploring self-medicating with alcohol to quell your inner demons. Brothers and co-frontmen Deee and KI get candid in their lyrics, with vulnerability shining through each verse and accentuated in their earnest tonality and masterful cadence. The song evolved into something extra special with the addition of singer-songwriter/producer Troi Irons (he/him/they), who’s raspy, evocative voice perfectly delivers the desperate hook, “Last drink up in my hand, This time I’ll take it slow, Oh shit I’m fucked up.”
 
When asked what inspired them to write such an honest song and share themselves so openly, the band explained, “‘Last Call’ is an exercise in vulnerability and using our music to help us better understand ourselves and our coping mechanisms. Too many times we’ve all found ourselves drowning at the bottom of a bottle, using alcohol to help us feel something different or feel nothing at all. Whether you’ve struggled in the past or are struggling right now, we hope this song helps you feel seen and plays a role in helping you not struggle in the future.”
 
Featured artist Troi Irons brought a different perspective to the track, sharing, “I’ve long been a fan of the Oxymorrons and what they do so I was thrilled to hop on this song. I don’t really drink but it’s more a metaphor for how humans tend to reach for the closest thing to help us feel less alone. It’s not always healthy. Hopefully people reach for the music to feel less alone with this one.”

Listen to “Last Call”: https://lnk.to/oxymorrons

Shot and directed by Michael Danners / IamEyephotos, the “Last Call” music video further explores the theme of the song, with each member experiencing the same groundhog day of drunken debauchery. The visual is playfully intensified with Scott Pilgrim-esque graphics. Watch the video here.

Oxymorrons are taking this important issue and conversation to the streets, partnering with spirits company JuneShine for a drink responsibly single release event. The soiree will be hosted on April 26th at the brands NYC location in Williamsburg Brooklyn, where the band will be hanging out enjoying Mocktails, Cocktails and Spiked Kombucha with fans (in moderation).
 
“Last Call” comes at the heels of the bands successful single, “Enemy”, which launched their Melanin Punk era and received praise from Guitar World, Loudwire, AfroPunk, SiriusXM’s Octane, Kerrang, BBC Radio 1, and more. Oxymorrons also hit the road hard in the new year, smashing stages all across Europe on Bad Omens sold-out run and bringing their face melting performance back to the states for a short trip around the North East with emo rapper nothing, nowhere. Fans should keep their ear to the ground for new music drops and tour date announcements to come.

ABOUT OXYMORRONS:
The New York-based boundary-pushers have made a name for themselves in the spirit of change – building a movement from years of being told they were too rock for hip-hop, too hip-hop for rock. They boldly committed to creating music that defies arbitrary rules of classification, cementing the band as early pioneers of the modern genre-blending revolution. Comprised of vocalists Deee and KI, drummer Matty Mayz, and guitarist Jafé Paulino, Oxymorrons have been on a major upswing over the last two years with the release of their incredibly innovative Mohawks & Durags EP and near non-stop touring, hitting the road with Neck Deep, Anti-Flag, Grandson, Pop Evil, Set It Off, Senses Fail, and Bad Omens. The band have channeled their experiences, eclectic influences, and personal insights into their craft, hitting the studio in late 2022 and curating tunes that are their most authentic yet. With their sights set on changing the game, audiences should expect big things to come from these New York rockers.

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New York City’s hip-hop fusion rock band OXYMORRONS – who have trademarked the term Melanin Punk to define their hybrid sound and the culture they are curating – continue their ascendency with the announcement of their signing to Mascot Records. 

Today, they have kicked off this next phase with a brand-new single and video for the monster anthem-in-waiting “Enemy.”  The release comes just ahead of the band joining Bad Omens for their sold-out European and UK tour in February and March.

The cultural melting pot of New York runs through Oxymorrons veins and bleeds into the unique cocktail that makes up their signature sound. After years of being told they were too rock for hip-hop or too hip-hop for rock, they committed to creating music that defies the arbitrary rules of genre classification. This is emphasised in their hook-laden new single “Enemy,” which drips equal parts punk rock, throbbing electronica and swaggering hip-hop, all playing out through the eyes of a metaller in the belly of a mosh-pit.
 
The Queens-born brothers KI and Deee vocally bounce off each other with force and precision whilst guitarist Jafé Paulino and drummer Matty Mayz create a raging vehicle for the track – throwing musical styles in a blender and pressing crush. “When you’re creating change, it seems like pushback is a natural thing that occurs,” they say. “Push back from outsiders, family, friends and most of all yourself. Enemy is about Oxys being true to who we are and letting our individuality shine. Just because we’re comfortable being exactly ourselves doesn’t mean we’re against you. Once you understand and accept this, you will understand we are all one; we are not enemies!” Listen to the song on all streaming platforms HERE.

Shot and directed by Michael Danners / IamEyephotos, the “Enemy” video contrasts the sonic mood of the song by showcasing the band’s fun, light-hearted side, “We strongly believe in the duality of life and not always having to present so seriously,” they say. The video captures that ethos while playing off of the single cover art which introduces one of Oxymorrons new mascots, Ramel “Mel” the Melanin Punk Rocker. The visual shows the band tapping into their inner child and joyfully engaged in a water gun fight, alongside live footage, 90s tinged nostalgia, and artistically placed datamoshing. Watch the eye-catching video HERE.

President of Mascot Records, Ron Burman, welcomes the band with enthusiasm, sharing, “From the first listen I was hooked! Oxymorrons sound is so infectious and so New York, and when I saw them perform live I had goosebumps and was blown away! I love their music, their energy and their positive vibes & knew we had to work together. We are so happy to have Oxymorrons be on Mascot Records and be part of our Mascot Label Group family!

Since the release of 2021s explosive ‘Mohawks & Durags’ EP on Jason Aalon Butler’s (Fever 333) artist collective 333 Wreckords Crew, the band have brought their relentless live show to crowds across the US and Canada, playing with the likes of Anti-Flag, Neck Deep, Boston Manor, The OBGMs, Senses Fail, Pop Evil, grandson, Set It Off, as well as stage owning performances at festivals like Rockville, Aftershock, Louder Than Life, Upheaval, So What and more.
 
The EP became a catalyst; NOVA TWINS dropped “Green Vision” onto their Black Curriculum charity compilation, and The OBGM’s featured a remix from the band on “The Outsah Tape.” Their infectious sound has picked up support from Billboard, The Fader, Complex, VIBE, Hypebeast, Highsnobiety, Ebro Darden’s Apple Music 1, Alternative Press, Kerrang!, Revolver, Upset, DSCVRD, Hot Topic and BBC Radio 1’s Jack Sanders and Daniel P. Carter
 
In February, Oxymorrons will be coming to Europe and the UK for their first tour, supporting Bad Omens for a sold-out run of 28 shows from 3rd February to 6th March. When asked about the tour, they shared, “We’re ecstatic to finally be coming to Europe and the UK! And with the bros in Bad Omens. We’re super grateful to them for inviting us. This will be our first time on that side of the world, and we cannot wait to meet all of our fans across the pond. We’re hyped to bring our Melanin Punk to our fans overseas.”
 
Witnessing their euphoric live energy is something special. “Playing live means the absolute world to us. It’s where we connect to our higher selves and display our greatest passions. It’s the place where we get to exchange our energy and purpose with the people in the audience. It truly is our church, our mecca, our place of higher consciousness. We bring everything we’ve got to every show and ensure everyone in attendance feels like they are becoming a part of our family/community and our movement.”

Oxymorrons Online:

• https://www.oxymorrons.com
• https://www.instagram.com/oxymorrons
• https://www.facebook.com/Oxymorrons
• https://twitter.com/OXYMORRONS