By now, the group's anthemic single "Handlebars," has made its way onto most mainstream radio stations across the country. The song’s buoyant melody and crescendoing tempo and volume make it their most recognizable song to date. But it's the lyrics that really drive its impact. "Movers shakers and producers/ Me and my friends understand the future/ I see the strings that control the systems/ I can do anything with no assistance," raps MC Jamie Laurie (also known as "Jonny 5"). The song—an exuberant call to arms—is both a reminder and a threat.
To read the article in its entirety, pick up the Fall 2008 issue of BRM.
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