The Linda Lindas have returned with their second new single of 2023, “Resolution/Revolution.” Stream the song below.
A spirited punk tune scored by a retro, guitar-led arrangement, “Resolution/Revolution” pays homage to the teen band’s influences. “Bela [Salazar, guitar] had been rocking out to a lot of Pantera and Judas Priest when we started writing ‘Resolution/Revolution,’” the band said in a statement. “She came in with a riff and as we worked together, it morphed into a composition.”
As for the song’s theme, lyrics like “We’re so small/ But we stand tall/ Right the wrongs/ And sing along” make it clear that teen punks are manifesting some positive change, and presenting it in an encouraging package to boot. “[The song is] about making small dents in big problems to make a difference in the long run,” they explained. “We’ve been playing the song live for a few weeks now, are excited to release it as a single, and hope it gives you a boost!” Watch the lyric video — directed by Salazar and edited by bassist Eloise Wong — below.
Like “Too Many Things,” the band’s previous single from April, “Resolution/Revolution” was produced by former Reel Big Fish drummer, Carlos de la Garza, the father of The Linda Lindas’ guitarist Lucia de la Garza and drummer Mila de la Garza. Known for his production work, de la Garza has contributed to albums by M83, Best Coast, and Paramore, the latter of which are on the road with his daughters currently.
The Linda Lindas are wrapping up their run of shows opening for Paramore, with the final stop set for August 13th in Salt Lake City, Utah. After that, the band will open two shows for the Yeah Yeah Yeahs on October 3rd and 4th in Mexico City. Find tickets here.
In April, The Linda Lindas played at Coachella, where they joined The Breeders on stage for a rendition of “Saints.” Earlier this month, they joined another pioneering female-led band, hopping onstage to help a reunited Bratmobile cover The Runaways’ “Cherry Bomb” at the Mosswood Meltdown festival in Oakland.