THE PUBLIK returns with their explosive and unapologetic new single, “Guaranteed,” a track that refuses to pull punches while diving headfirst into one of today’s most controversial cultural conversations — the erosion of free expression and the rise of performative morality in modern society.
Driven by raw energy, sharp lyrical delivery, and the band’s signature hard-hitting sonic intensity, “Guaranteed” stands as both a rallying cry and a reflection of growing frustrations felt across America. The track blends aggressive rock instrumentation with emotionally charged storytelling, creating a song that is as thought-provoking as it is sonically powerful.
At its core, “Guaranteed” challenges listeners to confront uncomfortable truths about modern discourse, social division, and the blurred lines between personal belief and public condemnation.
Speaking about the inspiration behind the song, THE PUBLIK shares:
“‘Guaranteed’ is about how in America right now we’ve gradually lost the freedom of speech to the point now where when you do say what you want to say and truly express concerns or beliefs, the threat of being reprimanded is very real. Furthermore, the same people enforcing these things are the same people who think they’d get into heaven and deserve some form of righteous, rewarded afterlife, while in reality no god would ever reward this fake mask of devotion while you’re splitting families apart and promoting pure hatred in their everyday lives. We live in a country where so many people are disguising and excusing their wrongdoings and ill wills and writing them off as ‘political views’.”
Musically, “Guaranteed” captures THE PUBLIKat their most intense and honest. The track fuses gritty guitar work, commanding rhythms, and emotionally charged vocal delivery to create a sound that mirrors the urgency of its message. The band continues to solidify their reputation for crafting music that doesn’t just entertain but sparks conversation and reflection.
With “Guaranteed,” THE PUBLIK reinforces their commitment to fearless artistic expression, pushing boundaries both musically and lyrically while remaining rooted in authenticity and emotional truth. The single marks another step forward in the band’s evolution as they continue to carve their place in the modern rock landscape.
Fans of bold, socially conscious rock music will find “Guaranteed” to be both a powerful listening experience and a call to think deeper about the world around them.
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Band Bio:
THE PUBLIK is a 4-piece Alternative Rock band based out of Chicago. Formed in 2019,
THE PUBLIK has meticulously paved a path through the Chicago rock scenes with their distinct musical precision and destructive live performances. THE PUBLIK is a representation of an unfitting jigsaw puzzle of influences, spanning back decades and across genres including funk, post-punk, and alternative, landing on an idiosyncratic take on Alternative Rock. Constructed with chaotically scattered leads, melodic but sharp rhythm, and thunderous percussion, they deliver nothing short of a powerful experience that remains in the minds of new and returning listeners. After the release of their debut LP Deeper Still,
THE PUBLIK continues to expand their presence, having played at some of Chicago’s most recognizable venues such as Reggie’s, Cobra Lounge, The Burlington, The Cubby Bear, Beat Kitchen, Bookclub and more, as well as being featured in Passdown Magazine’s eighth issue in October of 2024.