In support of the Black Lives Matter movement, rock band Gatherers have released their new single “Massalette” via No Sleep Records. All of the proceeds from the song and corresponding 7″ will be donated to the the George Floyd Memorial Fund, Black Visions Collective, Reclaim The Block, The Bail Project, and Facing History.In a statement shared on socials, the band says:
“In this shameful absence of moral leadership from our elected officials, it’s up to all of us to look out for each other. It’s our responsibility as allies to listen, to amplify marginalized voices, to demand justice, and perhaps most importantly, to lend our hand in dismantling the institutions & cultural residue that prevent our fellow humans from living a more free & prosperous life. We must not be afraid to put in the hard work of introspection and reformation.While there is still a long road ahead of us to lasting success in reforming and defunding law enforcement, we will engage with our shared mission of amplifying the voices of those in need and supporting those on the front line to root out injustices.“
Physical copies, which feature a b-side of Gatherers’ 2019 release “Sick, Sad Heart,” can be purchased here. The song is also available on Bandcamp here.
Photo credit: Kelsey Hunter Ayres
