Ugh, brace yourselves for the unexpected: Fat Mike is back with a new project that might raise an eyebrow or two. Get ready for "Fat Mike Gets Strung Out," an album that turns NOFX tunes into classical escapades. Yep, you read that right.
Scheduled for a grand entrance on September 15th via Fat Wreck Chords, this orchestral re-imagining is a collaboration between Fat Mike and Baz The Frenchman. Why orchestral, you ask? Well, in Fat Mike's own words:
"Why make a strings album? It’s not because I always like to push my limits. It’s because I wanted to hear what my songs sound like without guitar chords and those pesky vocals and backup vocals. I wanted to hear every note in its purest form. I wanted a sad song to sound sad even though there are no words. I wanted to make something I thought my parents would play at a dinner party….well, if they were alive. I wanted to make something that would be liked by more than just punk fans. But mostly, I just wanted to have fun making an album I had never made before… And guess what? Baz and I are almost done with the next album. Fun!"
The first glimpse of this new sonic experiment arrives with "Fuck Day Six," an interesting twist for sure. But wait, there's more! They've also added "I’m A Rat" to the mix, accompanied by a video of Fat Mike doing his thing before the strings take over.
For those eager to dive into this bizarre crossover, pre-orders are already up. An album that turns punk anthems into classical soirées? Well, this might just be an acquired taste, but it’s Fat Mike, so buckle up for the unexpected ride.