“Belly Of The Beast” is a new song from Howth written in response to the Occupy Wall Street protests and as a general reflection of the shape the country is in.
Here’s what Carl, who wrote the song, had to say about it:
The song Belly of the Beast was written by Carl after attending the Occupy Wall Street protests at Times Square on 10/15/11 with Blake and Mecca Lecca Recording Company founder Jonny Leather.
After the protests, a General Assembly was held at Washington Square park where Professor Gayatri Spivak of Columbia University gave a speech stressing the importance of political action by Occupy Wall Street demonstrators because they are in “the belly of the beast.”
Some footage of Professor Gayatri’s moving speech can be found here:
Because amplification is not allowed at public protests in New York City, those that attend General Assemblies must utilize a series of echoes to spread the message of speakers to the entire group, an experience that is truly powerful to witness and be a part of.
“Belly Of The Beast” is a solemn mindful affair that speaks of the current situation with poetic ease. It’s not to be missed.
It’s released as a mini EP that comes with two live tracks. You can download it over at bandcamp. The band has two CMJ dates this week. Check those out after the jump:
October 20th//Mecca Lecca and The Record Machine presents… @ Spike Hill (early show, 12:30PM)
October 22nd//Mecca Lecca presents @ Fontana’s (10PM)
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