WHOOP-Szo releases new video for “Nshwaaswi”
Anishinaabe-rooted psych-punk band WHOOP-Szo has released a music video for their sonic-journey of a song, “Nshwaaswi.”
The track features heavy, distorted guitars overlapped by whaling leads towards the song’s cinematic close. The accompanying video shows vintage film footage sprawled about the screen in a chaotic manner to compliment the song’s intense groove.
WHOOP-Szo exclaims that the song is a representation of Anishinaabe prophecy and culture.
“‘Nshwaaswi’ is the number Eight in the Anishinaabe language and is the name of the eighth song on our record Warrior Down. Much of anishinaabe culture is based around the number seven, most notably our 7 Grandfather Teachings (Truth, Love, Bravery, Respect, Humility, Honesty and Wisdom) and the stages of life. We also have a prophecy that talks about an 8th fire or stage that we as humans can choose to light. The 8th fire of prosperity, love and well-being. An eternal fire of peace.”
The track is but one of the gears used to power the band’s monster of an album, Warrior Down, which was named one of the most underrated albums of 2019 by Exclaim!
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Hey! I’m Allen Steinberg and I’m currently based in Belleville, Ontario. I’m a Journalism & Communications student doing my four-week placement with Canadian Beats because I love writing and I love music. Outlets like Canadian Beats are important because they care about showing off smaller / newer artists who may otherwise not get much exposure. I think it really keeps them going. I also sing and play guitar in my band Arm’s Length. Happy to be here!
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