Gorilla Rapture aren’t here to play it safe. The Oakland-to-Austin duo, Jared Emmanuel Jones and Jason Bradford, are bending genres, cracking jokes, and turning nostalgia into a full-volume experience. Their latest single, “Tales as Old as Tom,” is a love letter to the early 2000s internet, the golden age of Top 8 drama, pixelated profile pics, and Tom’s friendly default smile.
The track dives deep into the weird shift from online connection to digital isolation. It’s catchy, punchy, and self-aware, serving up an emotional gut-check disguised as an anthem. One minute you’re headbanging, the next you’re wondering why we ever traded HTML hearts for algorithmic heartbreak.
Sonically, Gorilla Rapture’s signature “party prog” sound shines. Think post-grunge grit meets pop-punk energy, with enough progressive twists to keep your brain guessing while your feet move. Tight guitar riffs and soaring melodies pull you in, but it’s the duo’s humour and honesty that keep you hooked.
Formed in 2021, Gorilla Rapture has been redefining what modern rock can be, mixing satire, chaos, and raw musicianship into something that’s equal parts fun and thought-provoking. “Tales as Old as Tom” isn’t just nostalgia bait; it’s a reminder that connection used to mean something simpler, and maybe that’s worth missing.
Gorilla Rapture isn’t just making music; they’re making commentary, with a riff and a grin.
