Garbage Unleashes Feminist Fury with ‘Get Out My Face’ & Stands in Solidarity with Pro-Palestine Artists
Garbage is back, and they're not holding back. The iconic alternative rock band has dropped their blistering new single, "Get Out My Face AKA Bad Kitty," a fierce feminist anthem that's already making waves. But the music isn't the only thing generating buzz – the band is also making headlines for their vocal support of pro-Palestine artists facing backlash.
The new single is a taste of Garbage's upcoming album, Let All That We Imagine Be the Light, due out May 30th. "Get Out My Face AKA Bad Kitty" is a raw and powerful statement, with Shirley Manson's vocals cutting through a snarling guitar line. The song's unusual title has an origin story worth telling. What started as a demo title, “AKA Bad Kitty”, soon became a vessel for Manson’s frustrations about patriarchal societal norms and structures.
"When I was young, I didn’t really notice how things worked," Manson explains. "People like to shuffle older women off the lot, because you start to see the chessboard in a way you didn’t when you were younger... I am outraged by the way the world treats blacks and browns and gays and trans peoples and animals and women. Living in America over the last couple of years, the absolute war on women in America is astounding... It is something that I can no longer tolerate silently. It’s not just infuriating, it’s alarming. It’s frightening.” The lyrics reflect this outrage, with Manson declaring, "You won't respect us, I'll make you fear us."
But Garbage isn't just fighting battles in their music; they're also using their platform to support other artists. The band has publicly backed artists like Kehlani, Kneecap, Roger Waters, and Massive Attack, who have been outspoken about Palestine. In an Instagram post, the band emphasized their support for artists who have “repeatedly raised their voices, trying desperately to speak up for the Palestinian people.”
This stance comes as some of these artists face consequences for their views. Kehlani had an NYC show canceled due to "security and safety issues," and a Los Angeles festival appearance was also postponed. Kneecap has faced backlash for past comments. Garbage's unwavering support highlights their commitment to using their voice for social justice, both on and off the stage.
The band is gearing up for their 2025 tour, dubbed Happy Endings, which kicks off in September and will take them across North America. The tour promises to be a powerful experience, blending their new music with their classic hits. See all tour dates below:
GARBAGE: 2025 TOUR DATES September 3—Orlando, FL—Hard Rock Café September 5—Pompano Beach, FL—Pompano Beach Amphitheatre September 6—St Petersburg, FL—Jannus Live September 8—Atlanta, GA—The Eastern September 10—Nashville, TN—The Pinnacle September 12—Cleveland, OH—Agora Theatre and Ballroom September 13—Detroit, MI—Masonic Temple – Cathedral Theatre September 16—Philadelphia, PA—Franklin Music Hall September 17—Washington, DC—The Anthem September 18—Boston, MA—Roadrunner September 20—Brooklyn, NY—Brooklyn Paramount September 23—Pittsburgh, PA—Stage AE September 24—Toronto, ON—History September 27—Dana Point, CA—Ohana Festival September 29—Chicago, IL—The Salt Shed (The Shed) September 30—Newport, KY—MegaCorp Pavilion October 1—Columbus, OH—Kemba Live! October 3—Madison, WI—The Sylvee October 4—Minneapolis, MN—First Avenue October 6—Kansas City, MO—Midland Theatre October 7—Dallas, TX—The Factory in Deep Ellum October 12—Denver, CO—The Mission Ballroom October 15—Seattle, WA—Paramount Theatre October 18—Spokane, WA—Knitting Factory Spokane October 20—Vancouver, BC—Orpheum October 21—Portland, OR—McMenamins Crystal Ballroom October 23—Saratoga, CA—The Mountain Winery October 24—San Francisco, CA—The Warfield October 26—Reno, NV—Silver Legacy Resort Casino – Grande Exposition Hall October 29—Salt Lake City, UT—Rockwell at The Complex October 31—Las Vegas, NV—The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas – The Chelsea November 2—Phoenix, AZ—The Van Buren November 4—Los Angeles, CA—Hollywood Palladium
Garbage is proving that they're not just a band, but a force for change. Their new music and outspoken support for other artists are a testament to their commitment to fighting for what they believe in. What do you think of Garbage's new song and their stance on social issues? Share your thoughts in the comments below!