A song that hits the mark during Domestic Abuse Awareness Month
For over 15 years, US hardcore punk band War On Women has stood at the frontlines of advocacy, communication, and change, shaping songs in reaction to headlines, news pieces, and current events around intersectional communities with the intention of raising awareness and conveying a response based in humanity rather than division.
Single ‘Precious Problem‘ is their first new music in five years, with more big announcements on the way. On International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and during Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, the song also sets the tone for a reinvention and a new beginning for the long-standing powerhouse group.
War On Women‘s lore extends beyond their identities as musicians, making them master storytellers about life. Vocalist Shawna Potter is an author, advocate, and Intimacy Coordinator, guitarist Brooks Harlan designs and fabricates guitar amps, bassist Sue Werner is a NASA computer scientist, and guitarist Jenarchy is a coordinator at a girls’ rock camp. Drummer Dave Cavalier also fronts heavy psych-rock band Black Lung as a singer/guitarist.
Out NOW on Smartpunk Records, ‘Precious Problem‘ highlights the actions of an abusive partner, and how they seldom take any accountability; “You don’t wanna solve the problem, you just wanna have the problem.” Check out the lyric video:
Listen to and save / download ‘Precious Problem‘ on your favourite streaming service HERE Look out for upcoming releases which will surprise and please new ears and loyal fans alike!
For more information and assistance, please visit the following links:
End Violence Against Women (UK)
National Domestic Violence Hotline (US)
National Domestic Abuse Helpline (UK)
National Organisation for Women (US)
Women Against Violence Europe (EU)
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