Keith and the Cockroaches Unveil Gritty New Single “Bones of the Sweet”

Crawling up from the silt of the Mississippi Delta, the band fuses blues, punk, and rock with raw, haunted storytelling.

Emerging from the shadowy back roads of the Mississippi Delta, Keith and the Cockroaches have released their latest single, “Bones of the Sweet.” The track is a visceral blend of swampy blues, barbed punk, and gritty rock—an authentic sonic journey that’s raw, real, and just a little dangerous.

At the heart of this outlaw ensemble is the mysterious multi-instrumentalist Tom, equally adept with violin and bass. His life reads like a blues epic—stage magic, whiskey‑lit nights, and a trail of risky decisions. “Bones of the Sweet” showcases Tom’s tragic storytelling: ballads of betrayals, murderous lovers, and desperate souls at life’s crossroads—tales as unsettling as they are unforgettable.

Grounded in Southern Gothic tradition, the single melds the specters of Robert Johnson and B.B. King with the visceral urgency of The Cramps, The Ramones, and Social Distortion, forming a sound that’s equal parts back‑alley blues and punk mayhem.

🎸 Story of the Song

Tom’s journey began in the Deep South, learning violin in a magician’s act—he believed every magician needed an instrument (long story). From orchestral halls to dive punk shows, he collected mandolins and harps before embracing something louder, grittier. The result is a sound that hits like a bar fight and lingers like a ghost story.

🎧 Critical Acclaim & Availability

Early independent press reviews hail “Bones of the Sweet” as a powerful evolution of the band’s signature style—bold, bracing, and unforgettable. The song is now available on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Bandcamp.

📅 Tour Dates & Live Shows

Keith and the Cockroaches will hit the road this summer. Stay tuned for tour dates and live show announcements via their Instagram and Facebook pages.

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