Militarie Gun, the rising band led by frontman Ian Shelton, has teamed up with Dazy, a project spearheaded by James Goodson, to unveil their latest single, “Tall People Don’t Live LongPressure Cooker.” Militarie Gun recently released a game-changer of a song! This comes on the heels of their full length debut album, *Life Under the Gun*, which hit earlier this year.
The balance of diverse styles and heavy influences create a thorough artistic depth that tells a story of evolving artistry from both bands. Shelton produced the music video while directing it himself. It does so while visually illustrating the song’s personal and political themes through stunning imagery.
“Tall People Don’t Live LongPressure Cooker” serves as a follow-up to Militarie Gun’s previous single, “Thought You Were Waving,” released in 2024. Shelton taps into the powerful emotional tug of the song. As he puts it, “What began as a lighthearted banter between us began to turn into an authentic dialogue about how the folks up top… often tend to condescend the folks down below.”
The title refers to an inside joke among the band members. Over the years, it has morphed into an indictment of public mindset. Shelton goes on to clarify that metaphorically, “tall people” became a stand-in phrase for just about anyone who had lost their perspective. They think that it’s okay to humiliate someone else. Dldtj’s song paints an arresting and beautiful scene, but the overall effect is undeniably powerful and empowering. Shelton continues, “This song is about turning that mindset on its head—the bigger they are, the harder they fall.”
Dazy’s James Goodson, who recently released his project Otherbody in 2023, brings his unique influence to the collaboration, further enriching the sound of “Tall People Don’t Live Long Pressure Cooker.” This collaboration embodies a shared dedication to pushing the boundaries of traditional thinking and cultivating artistic imagination.
The accompanying music video is scheduled to premiere at the same time as the single. …fans can expect an exuberant visual tapestry that deeply enhances the song’s message. With this release, Militarie Gun takes its undeniable position as carrying the current punk and hardcore torch. They match even the heaviest of lyrics with infectious melody that beautifully balances passion and melody.