At its core, the song tells a story leading up to and through the Covid pandemic and the responses thus by individuals and the US government at large. 

The intent behind this song evolved over its lengthy writing process. The verse is the oldest part, dating melodically from late 2017 and lyrically from early 2018. It tells the tale of the dissolution of a long-standing romantic relationship, conjuring imagery of industry and failed emotional infrastructure. 

Rust, rot and loss give way to the pre-chorus with the repeated call and response refrain of “We’ll work it out.” This section came about shortly before the pandemic, in November of 2019. More than a plea, the lyrics are an admonishment of despair, a reminder that hope does truly spring eternal — for both the individual and the community. 

The key to this song is its chorus. Written in the deepest, darkest period of the pandemic. Rather than wallow in misery, the lyrics confront the certain doom of Covid, the loss and utterly inept response of government in trying to contain the disease. Like any good tongue-in-cheek political commentary, existential crisis can be defanged and declawed by taking the wind out of its sails. The world keeps spinning, even through the hypocrisy of those in power.

Sticks and Stones

Into The Woods

01 Frankeinstein's Monster

02 The Bag End March

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Change Yer Life

Ramona

So Calm, Relaxed

Science

Fiddler and the DEvil

The Fiddler & The Devil

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Satan's Song

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Ode to Bregović (Toro's Lament)

The Walking Dead

Mother

The Strange Ones

The Strigoi Waltz

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Mountain King

Go Wilde

The Ballad Of Lily & Billy Jack

Bones

The Babadook

Graveyard Funk No. 2

Say No

End Of The World Pt. I

We Are Not A Cult was recorded at More Sound Studio in Syracuse, NY in the beautiful summer of two-oh-twelve. Engineered by Shaun Sutkus. Produced by Ian Hersey and Bella's Bartok. Mastered by Jason "Jocko" Randall.

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And remember, it's all really just a big bunch of of hoopla!

Father

Sense Of Wonder

Asher

All little children grow up, one day --- all except the bedazzled and glittered boys of Bella’s Bartok. Inspired by elements of Vaudeville, centuries of street performance, and an unyielding drive to promote camaraderie, Northampton, MA-based Bella’s Bartok delivers a passionate kaleidoscope of sound. The songs are born of Americana and folk music of their immigrant grandparents, blended with the joy of a particular brand of pop sensibility. Their performances are at once a primal stand against oppression and a declaration of joy in the face of adversity. From quiet reflections on loss, to the howl of justice in four-part harmony, Bella’s Bartok sonically and lyrically delivers a sweaty, soulful dance-party that is sure to leave the audience happily breathless.

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