The latest Talking With Hands EP, The Coin, was inspired by the despair of the political landscape in 2025. Specifically, the re-election of Donald Trump sparked a fire of inspiration for songwriter Matthew Smith.
“The urgency in these songs comes from America’s decision to re-elect a profoundly unqualified person as president. I see a lot of comedy and satire in the creative space addressing this, but I don’t see enough anger, especially in music. Everyone is understandably exhausted, but I’m personally not finding laughter to be a satisfying response right now. ” – Matthew Smith
One particularly scathing track on the new EP is “Die, Die, Die” – a tense and scathing track filled with heavier guitar tones. Lyrically, it navigates the thin line between protest and personal anguish. “I’m not calling for violence, but I do find myself praying that certain profoundly unqualified persons would die. That’s the emotional truth this record wrestles with.”
The video, directed by Asher Rogers, is a combination of tension, discomfort and a strange beauty – a perfect pairing for the song itself.
Smith’s takes note that this song is dedicated to his grandmother, who had her own thoughts on the DJT matter:
“I’m dedicating this song to my Grandmother, who passed away during Trump’s first term. I’m embarrassed that one of the last things she experienced on this Earth was Trump’s 2016 inauguration, but her measured response to it sticks with me. She simply said gravely and with anticipation “maybe he’ll drop dead.” RIP Granny.” -Matthew Smith
Watch the video in fullscreen glory over on Youtube and listen to The Coin everywhere – Bandcamp, Ampwall, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, et al.
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