American Thought Criminals are back, and they’re louder than ever. We The Living, their latest single off the 2025 album No Independent Thought, is a chaotic blend of punk, ska, and raw frustration. Known for stirring controversy in the underground scene, the Knoxville-based band fires back at cancel culture and ideological conformity with zero filters and full volume.
The track is a gritty punch to the gut—part sci-fi narrative, part open letter to their haters. Think distorted guitar riffs, bouncing ska-inspired upstrokes, and vocals that teeter between sardonic and unhinged. There’s a manic energy to the whole thing that keeps you locked in, whether you’re nodding in agreement or just trying to keep up. Lyrically, it’s packed with references, sarcasm, and enough fuel to keep their critics fuming.
Formed out of a DIY ethos and a refusal to play nice, American Thought Criminals seem more energized than ever. Their sound isn’t polished—and that’s the point. The rough edges, the off-kilter tempo changes, and the almost paranoid intensity give We The Living its charm. It’s a protest song for the outcasts, misfits, and those who feel alienated by the very scenes that once welcomed them.
Love them or hate them, American Thought Criminals are not backing down. Check out We The Living, available now on all streaming platforms.
