Tag Archives: Man Random

AUDIO: Man Random – “Check Engine Light”

Power pop rockers Man Random’s latest single tackles executive dysfunction. We’ve all been there being stuck completing tasks that we have no desire to do, and this song revolves around procrastination and distraction instead of being productive. With an angsty hook laden with group vocals and a driving riff, Man Random rage about meeting deadlines, filling out paperwork and making

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AUDIO: Man Random – “I Firmly Believe The Hodag Exists And Will Not Be Convinced Otherwise”

Power pop rockers Man Random released a new EP, and as the title suggests, it’s themed around the famed Wisconsin cryptid. Ripping through three tracks, the EP entails the band entering the woods, gradually building up a bad feeling, only to be accosted by the Hodag and all hell breaks loose. It’s an explosive endeavor riddled with anxiety and a

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ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS: Man Random, Clementine

Linneman’s hosted a powerhouse night of power pop and pop punk Friday night with an all-local bill featuring The Unitaskers, Man Random and Clementine. Man Random consists of vocalist/guitarist Steven Baird, guitarist Matt Schmus, bassist Benjamin Meredith and drummer Nat Otto. Their lively power pop sound and style draws from a wide array of influences such as Weezer, The Smashing

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AUDIO: Man Random – “Present Tense”

Power pop alternative rockers Man Random have their highly-anticipated new album out today. It’s marked heavily by existential dread, perpetual loneliness, and the terror of moving forward in this uncomfortable societal landscape. All of that is done – quite appropriately – to the tune of angsty and energetic rock that punches the fears down long enough for the band to

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VIDEO: Man Random – “Never Get It Right”

Power pop band Man Random’s latest single (and first ever music video) is about being doomed to fail. No matter how hard you try, things always go to shit and you’re left feeling down and out. One thing Man Random definitely *does* do right, however, is captivate those negative self-perceptions with a solid jam. The video – directed by Steven

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