Terry Blade's "Tell 'Em" is a telling blues anthem for freedom

Terry Blade returns with a new single, "Tell 'Em". Known for his unique blend of soul-stirring vocals and minimalist guitar, Blade's latest track strips the blues down to its core, pairing his raw voice with a haunting guitar line that pulls listeners into his world.

Drawing on the musical legacies of artists like B.B. King, Muddy Waters, and Nina Simone, Blade channels a powerful sense of perseverance and authenticity in "Tell 'Em". His vocal delivery is as deeply emotional as it is thought-provoking, reflecting his gift for expressing the unspoken truths of his experience as a black queer artist. The single is a perfect blend of past and present, putting on full display Blade's artistry with simplicity and strength.

"Tell 'Em" is a message, a call to give voice to the voiceless and speak truth to power, which Blade's unrelenting passion is rich in. The lyrics touch on the struggles of marginalized communities, with Blade urging his siblings and his people to remain strong in the face of an unjust system. "Tell my sister to stay strong / Because I know the system / Done my sister wrong," Blade sings, and goes on to urge his brother to "watch your back," and profess his own willingness to die for the freedom of those he loves.

With a string of accolades already under his belt—including a Blues Category win at the 2023 American Songwriter Song Contest—Blade's newest release is poised to add another chapter to his remarkable career.

Listen to "Tell 'Em" below.

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"Tell 'Em"
Single
Terry Blade
Released January 3, 2025