Politically fueled lyrical content is something many bands and artists opt out of in fear of alienating would-be fans, but Cue The Dagger's strong sense of justice and brand of "technical hardcore" mixed with the ultimate goal of spreading awareness and making a change gives the band a layer of passion and authenticity.
The bands fast and heavy sound comes together with intricate details and aggressive vocals, with the band paying very close attention to the technical aspect of their music. Paired up with their politically themed lyrics, covering police brutality, religious discrimination, and even the death penalty, the band offers a great source of entertainment that doesn't withhold substance.
Cue The Dagger recently made a bold statement by dropping out of a local benefit show after statements made by the show's promoter. "That was the easiest decision we've ever made as a band," says band vocalist, Nate Gustafson. "The promoter of that show made some super offensive remarks about the death of Freddie Gray in Baltimore, using racial slurs to refer to the protestors. I believe it would've been hypocritical to play a show with a promoter that's blatantly advocating racism and is ok with cops murdering people in cold blood when that is something (we are) extremely opposed to on stage, in our music, and in our personal lives."
Their 5 song EP, Stand Defiant, is currently in the works and the hope is to have it released come August. You can catch the song "Texas Death Trap (#474)" on the band's YouTube page. The band will also be playing Summer Bash on June 13th at The House Cafe in Dekalb along with My Oh My and Those Dirty Thieves.
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