Dunstan Bruce Reveals That Everything Is “Fucking Expensive” On New Single

Fucking Expensive is a new single fronted and performed by Dunstan Bruce (Chumbawamba / Interrobang‽) who is known for his deep rooted connection to political music. Always the agent provocateur, Fucking Expensive is both a music single and an art piece, reflecting a commitment to creativity and expression. The song addresses the societal perception of value, touching on themes relevant to both the UK, USA and worldwide, in particular highlighting self-worth and the cost of living. It’s a song, a piece of art, a point of view that is incredibly easy to understand and, if adopted, is simply saying that everything and everyone are important and relative. Never before in the history of human existence have we been able to see all the hard facts and information about how our civilisation functions and what we do to ourselves and our incredible planet.

Fucking Expensive is a mindset, a declaration of the inherent value of everything in life. From the mundane to the extraordinary, it recognises the priceless worth of existence. It’s not about monetary value; it’s about cherishing every moment, every relationship and every experience as irreplaceable. Fucking Expensive reminds us that life’s richness lies in the appreciation of its infinite complexities. It’s a philosophy that transcends material possessions, embracing the profound truth that everything and everyone is Fucking Expensive. People say the simple ideas are the best and this new release pulls no punches, everything about this song holds your attention and that’s saying something these days. The orchestral strings add the tension, the huge beats pull the song along like a truck and Dunstan’s words and delivery hold everyone and everything to account. This is punk in every way but without the guitars. Dunstan’s punk roots still shine.

“I know it seems counter-intuitive, but the song is actually a celebration of how we always find a way to connect, to enjoy, to revel in the good bits, to appreciate the moment, to simply be. In a world where every-fucking-thing is monetised I’m saying, “Fuck that”. We don’t exist in this world to make money. That’s not the reason we’re here. I’m saying that this is your one chance, your one opportunity, your one go at life; so don’t wait; do it. Now!” (Dunstan Bruce)

Fucking Expensive can be streamed via Heavy Medication Records here and you can watch the age restricted video here. The single is a double A side and also features the track Pin Number and is now available digitally and on limited coloured vinyl. Dunstan has been working with producers Tarn Willers and Jimi Ogden who have been capturing Dunstan’s distinctive vocal delivery while producing tracks that have been crafted with original and inspired style. The track was recorded in Brighton in the studio of My Life Story frontman Jake Shillingford whose vocals also appear on both tracks.