715) ZAND - Boys Like U

ZAND, real name Zander Sweeney, is something unique. The British musician, who identifies as non-binary, brands their style as "ugly pop", a term meant to describe the shrill electronic sounds that collide with the softer pop elements in their music. Sweeney uses their lyrics to convey strong messages unapologetically. In the searingly raw "Boys Like U", ZAND speaks up about rape culture and feminism in a punchy and intelligent way, and the aggressive production helps boost the track's meaning. ZAND describes the tune as "a feminist foot-stomper for anyone who's ever felt the pitiful wrath of a cis-het man... basically just a 'fuck off' song aimed at creepy dudes". The song was the first track ZAND released under their new moniker, after an indie/synth pop career under the name Seafoal. It's definitely a refreshing plot twist in their intriguing evolution as an artist, and we recommend you pay close attention, as they might surprise in a completely different way next time!
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Category:Alternative
Category:Pop
Category:Electro
Category:United Kingdom
Category:England
Category:Northern Ireland
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