LA's genre-bending quartet, Nature Loves Courage, has dropped their latest single, 'Messed Up'. This track is a vibrant explosion of electro-funk-rock, showcasing a band unafraid to blend diverse sounds into something truly their own.

Formed in 2019 by long-time friends McKenna Rowe (vocals, keys), Jake Bergman (bass), and Garrett Smith (drums), with Joe De Sa joining on guitar in 2021, Nature Loves Courage is a band who more live up to its name. Inspired by a quote from philosopher Terence McKenna, their music embodies their belief that “the most important thing humans can do is create art in the face of increasing adversity.”

'Messed Up' perfectly exemplifies both the band’s signature sound and their philosophy, offering a powerful fusion of electronic textures, driving funk basslines, and robust rock instrumentation. Described as a “sizzling summer anthem,” it’s a track forged from a fiery blend of groove-heavy bass, shimmering synths, and searing guitar licks. It pulses with an infectious energy and an undeniable funk overtone, brooding, yet upbeat, and destined to have you entranced.

'Messed Up' is a rich, spacious offering that truly ignites with Nature Loves Courage’s dynamic electro-funk blend, leaving you pumped up and ready to take on the world. As singer/songwriter McKenna Rowe shared, "The essential message of the song is to speak your truth." She playfully acknowledges how speaking up can "piss people off" but ultimately leads to "better mutual understanding".

Influences like Peter Gabriel, Prince, and Brand New Heavies can be felt simmering beneath the surface, yet 'Messed Up' remains distinctly Nature Loves Courage. Rowe’s powerful vocals soar above the intricate instrumentation, providing the perfect finish to this killer funk track.

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