Backstory:

Insistent Women was formed in the bohemian corners of Portland, Oregon, during the summer of 2012 by four college friends with a shared love for music that breaks boundaries. Frontwoman, Lucy Hall, a jazz studies major, teamed up with bassist Sarah Williams, a literature student with a penchant for poetry, drummer Emily Clark, a psychology major with a fascination for rhythmic patterns, and guitarist Jane Mitchell, an art major with a unique sense for melody. They found that their different backgrounds and interests blended into a unique sound and perspective, which led to the creation of Insistent Women.

The band started playing at local bars and open mic nights, slowly gathering a following with their powerful lyrics and mesmerizing music. In 2015, they released their first EP, which was well received by critics and fans alike. The Insistent Women continue to use their music as a platform to voice their opinions on social issues and personal experiences, making their songs both relatable and impactful.

Genre:

Alternative Indie Rock

Title:

“Rise of the Phoenix”

Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1) Am – Em – G – D
Am Em
Through the ashes and the smoke,
G D
A phoenix starts to choke,
Am Em
On the remnants of her past,
G D
She knows she has to outlast.

(Chorus) C – G – D – Em
C G
Rise, rise, rise of the phoenix,
D Em
In her fire, she’s relentless.
C G
From the ashes, she ascends,
D Em
On her, the world depends.

(Verse 2) Am – Em – G – D
Am Em
She takes flight in the night,
G D
Illuminating with her light.
Am Em
Her flames burn bright and high,
G D
In the unforgiving sky.

(Chorus) C – G – D – Em
C G
Rise, rise, rise of the phoenix,
D Em
In her fire, she’s relentless.
C G
From the ashes, she ascends,
D Em
On her, the world depends.

(Outro) Am – Em – G – D
Am Em
With fiery wings she soars,
G D
Leaving behind her old wars.
Am Em
The phoenix, she has risen,
G D
In her, we find our vision.

Fan Testimonial:

My name is Max and I’m a huge fan of Insistent Women. Their music is a perfect blend of poignant lyrics and alluring melodies. “Rise of the Phoenix” is a song that resonates with my personal experiences and the challenges I’ve faced. Their songs give me strength and make me feel understood. Insistent Women is my favorite band due to their authenticity, their courage to stand for what they believe in, and their ability to make music that’s not only beautiful but also meaningful.