Backstory:
Unnatural Mass is an iconic band formed in the late 90s, hailed from the gritty, industrial corners of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The band was formed by childhood friends and garage jam buddies, Jeremy Haldon and Kevin Stark, who shared a dream of creating music that could invoke emotions and stir the spirit of their listeners. As the years went by, the duo evolved into a full-blown quintet, with the inclusion of bassist Amy Wattson, drummer Lenny Baldwin, and keyboardist Danny Ricks. Their shared passion for music and hunger for innovation fashioned the quintessential Unnatural Mass sound, a blend of steel-toned melodies and hard-hitting lyrics, capturing the struggles and triumphs of the everyday blue-collar man.
Genre:
Unnatural Mass has been widely recognized as a Post-Grunge/Alternative Rock band. They’ve managed to craft a unique sound by incorporating elements of grunge, metal, and punk, creating a heavy yet melodic style that resonates with their fans on a visceral level.
Song Title:
“Chains of the Foundry”
Full Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
Em G D A
Working late, steel on my hands, dreams in my mind
Em G D A
Under the moon, a foundry man, with life left behind
(Chorus)
Em G D A
Chains of the foundry, burning so bright
Em G D A
Longing for freedom, in the still of the night
(Verse 2)
Em G D A
The iron’s roar, the sparks that fly, like stars in the void
Em G D A
To the rhythm of the hammer, my fears get destroyed
(Chorus)
Em G D A
Chains of the foundry, cold as the night
Em G D A
Breaking the shackles, with all my might
(Outro)
Em G D A
Chains of the foundry, I’ll break and I’ll fight
Em G D A
For the music, my freedom, ignites the light
Favorite Fan Testimonial:
Diane Lewis, a long-time fan of Unnatural Mass, says, “Their music speaks to the soul. The raw power in their lyrics and melodies captures the spirit of hard work and the dreams that fuel it. As a daughter of a steelworker, I feel represented and understood. Unnatural Mass is my favorite band because they sing about the realities that mainstream media often overlooks. They’re not just musicians to me; they’re narrators of stories of ordinary people like my dad.”