December 11, 2020
Written By Shanya Olivares
Milwaukee Alt-Rockers THE KEYSTONES Return With New Frontman and Bold New Single "Cut To The Chase"
You may have heard of The Keystones before, a Milwaukee, Wisconsin based indie rock band. Coming from the birthplace of the electric guitar, they have brought inspiration from it, and done a great job of making their city proud. I’ve been listening to some of their older songs, and they’re great, but this song introduces a new dynamic to the band, while keeping their personal touch, The Keystones have been around, but what’s new about this new single? Rayven Burdette, their new lead vocalist. Short background to Burdette, is of Japanese-Mexican heritage, who aims to give a voice to immigrants in America through his musical expression.
“This was the first time I was a part of a team of musicians with a goal in mind. This was the first time I was being encouraged to do what I love most. This was the first time I felt accepted.”
- -Rayven Burdette on writing with the rest of the band.
Even before I heard this new single, I was told I’d like it, now, personally, I have a varied taste in music, so I was skeptical, but they were right. This new single, titled “Cut To The Chase,” is a true rock song, filled with emotion and an upbeat song. Most importantly, this new single is a great welcoming to Burdette, who fits into the dynamic and purpose of The Keystones.
This song, which as Burdette has described it, was born in Burdettes kitchen and was a bonding experience with Burdette and the rest of The Keystones. It’s crazy to think that this song was started on GarageBand in a kitchen. Burdette talks about hearing the drum riff he wanted while cooking and how from that grew this new incredible song.
This song, which as Burdette has described it, was born in Burdettes kitchen and was a bonding experience with Burdette and the rest of The Keystones. It’s crazy to think that this song was started on GarageBand in a kitchen. Burdette talks about hearing the drum riff he wanted while cooking and how from that grew this new incredible song.
“It feels so nice to finally be the singer of a band that I’ve genuinely looked up to for years. It feels even better that we all have such organic chemistry and a drive to reach people with our music”
-Rayven Burdette on the dynamic of the band
-Rayven Burdette on the dynamic of the band
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Now, the lyrics of the song are meaningful, they tell the story of just cutting to the chase on a relationship, being lost and needing to be found. The song has so much passion and emotion that you could give it any meaning and we’d probably agree with you.
You are able to find this single on any streaming platform, and we recommend that you give it a listen, maybe dance a little to it. The Keystones have made their values clear, their goal is to reach people, give those who need it, a voice, and we cannot help but support that. We can’t wait to see the future of The Keystones, and we hope to be there every step of the way. |
