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Photo by Joseph Torres Quentin Branch and Brian Warren, aka Chicago's Angry Blackmen, have released a new experimental hip hop song off their upcoming album. "Sabotage" continues with their previous single, "Stanley Kubrick," as one of the most exciting hip hop songs out there in a while. While Angry Blackmen don't sound anything like Public Enemy, they're the closest I can compare them to. Both bands weren't always the most pleasant listen. Both had devised their music to be uncomfortable at times, and are both more punk than most punk of their day. Also, both are thrilling artists to discover and immediately seem vital. Angry Blackmen's Quentin Branch says of the new single: “'Sabotage' is a critique on our love / hate relationship with capitalism and perspectives on mental health. It’s a track that sounds upbeat and vibrant on the surface but when you dig deeper into the lyrics the song has a bit more nuance. Brian’s verse is more focu...

Earlier this year I stumbled upon Brass Against and fell in love with their brass band covers of Rage Against the Machine, as well as a few other hard rock/metal legends. They've truly outdone themselves with their latest cover: Beastie Boys's biggest hit "Sabotage." Personally I would have preferred another song, but "Sabotage" fits into their repertoire perfectly. Plus, Sophia Urista's vocals might just be perfectly made for this song. She brings the ideal level of intensity needed for "Sabotage," and if the Beastie Boys can no longer perform this song for us, Brass Against are more than welcome to take it over. You can watch the video for Brass Against's cover of "Sabotage" below. For more on Brass Against, be sure to check out their website .