Clare Easdown’s “BURN THE SWASTIKA": A Fierce Punk Anthem Against Hate
Australian artist Clare Easdown, alongside Jade Ryan, delivers a defiant and politically charged statement with their latest single, “BURN THE SWASTIKA.” This track is more than just music; it’s a raw, unapologetic battle cry against racism and bigotry. Hailing from Menai, Sydney, the duo, known as The Cunning Linguists, channels the fiery energy of punk legends like Bikini Kill, Fugazi, and Amyl and the Sniffers, creating an anthem that refuses to be ignored.
“BURN THE SWASTIKA” was born from anger and urgency. Inspired by recent Neo-Nazi demonstrations on "Australia Day" (Invasion Day), Clare and Jade set out to create a track that confronts hatred head-on. The lyrics are direct, unfiltered, and unafraid to challenge the resurgence of racist ideologies. It’s punk in its purest form, raw, aggressive, and fueled by a relentless drive for justice.
Jade Ryan leads lyricism, ensuring that every word carries weight and meaning. The duo doesn’t sugarcoat their message; they shout it from the rooftops. This is not music made for approval but rather a wake-up call.
True to their punk ethos, Clare and Jade embrace a gritty, no-frills approach to music production. Recorded in Clare’s home studio on her lounge suite with an iPhone and Apple headphones, the track retains an authentic, unpolished charm. As Clare humorously notes, Special thanks go to her neighbors for enduring the recording sessions.
The mix and master were intentionally left raw and imperfect, much like Clare’s previous release, “Rebel Hearts.” The result? A song that feels as immediate and visceral as a live punk performance, rebellious, impulsive, and full of conviction.
Beyond recording, Clare and Jade are a force in Sydney’s underground music scene. They busk all over the city, from Newtown to Bondi, and are regular performers at The Moshpit Bar. With upcoming plans to headline at Oxford Art Factory’s Gallery Bar, their impact is only growing.
The song’s message aligns with punk’s rich history of protest music, as echoed in the words of Dead Kennedy's “Nazi Punks Fuck Off” and Laurel Thatcher Ulrich’s famous quote, “Well-behaved women rarely make history.”
“BURN THE SWASTIKA” is a sonic middle finger to hate, a fearless punk anthem that demands attention. Clare Easdown and Jade Ryan have created something urgent and necessary, proving that punk is still alive, kicking, and unafraid to take a stand. This is more than music; it’s resistance.
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