Tower Defense has a long history of writing songs that, aurally, function as big blasts of rock. They embrace harmonies from all four members, massive drum sounds, walls of guitar and, of course, the delightfully unique double bass. Lyrically, they don’t shy away from insightful critiques of the world around them; generally Nashville specifically but often applicable to a wider systemic problem.
With “Fit for Purpose,” the band gives us the first peek at a lot of new songs that they’ve been working on in the last year. It’s a song that you should crank to the loudest volumes and let wash over you. It’s also a song inspired by Urban Heat Islands, a phenomena in urban areas where large swaths of blacktop and concrete will absorb and radiate heat. As Nashville grows, it is grappling with an epidemic of parking lots. These cash grabs are aimed at monetized tourists but often impact locals. More frequently than not, they result in no one using them at all. Big empty squares doing nothing but sending out heat.
Tower Defense is remarking on Nashville but these issues apply to any area experiencing growth at any cost. Maybe it’s happening in your town too?
Tower Defense plays The Basement on Saturday, October 11th! The Robe is playing the same show. It’s gonna be a great time.
“Fit for Purpose” is exclusive to YouTube (and live shows) for now. Go listen.
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