Brendan McKinney & the 99 Brown Dogs, a strong Americana music group, have given us a needed push with their new song, “Get on With It.” This song, taken from their latest album, Skin a Cat, shows off the group’s strong mix of alt-rock energy, blues feeling, and folk depth. Known for a sound that fans might compare to the soul of Chris Stapleton or the simple, dirty rock of The Black Keys, McKinney has a history of great songwriting, with his music appearing in popular TV shows like Justified and Shameless.
“Get on With It” is a clear message wrapped in a strong music coat. This song sounds true and real in a music world that can sometimes feel too smooth. It gives people big advice about life, like a friend who cares enough to tell you the truth, even if it makes you feel bad. The band is great at mixing real-life problems with a strong, moving beat to make a real song against sitting still.
The main idea of the song is looking at the hard truth about yourself and getting over feeling sorry for yourself. McKinney does not yell or talk softly; he speaks with the knowing voice of someone who has gone through it, pointing out a problem with a line that fits many people—like drinking too much. This brings the song into a real, everyday moment. The core message then explodes into the chorus: we only get one chance in this life, so we must start doing things now. The song is about finding freedom not by running from issues, but by finally admitting that the only thing stopping you is yourself.
For the music part, “Get on With It” is a perfect mix of true Southern rock feel and a clean, new blues sound. The song starts right away with a rhythm that is warm and easy to like. The rhythm section is the heart of the track, with the bass being deep and steady like a strong, old tree, and the drums keeping the whole song moving forward. This strong beat offers a feeling of comfort, suggesting that even when life is chaotic, there is always a reliable rhythm to follow.
The guitar playing adds the right amount of texture and grit. The quick musical exchanges between the band members show they have a great connection, likely from playing together for many years. As the track goes on, the energy gets a little hotter, and the guitars create just enough sound and feeling to make you sense the journey of life. The music looks at deep feeling instead of showing off, making a sound that perfectly fits the song’s true and rough words.
Brendan McKinney’s singing holds the whole piece together. His voice enters the mix easily and confidently, getting your attention without needing to yell. He sounds like a natural storyteller, a person who has seen many cycles of waiting and starting over. He sings like a man who knows the painful truth but says it gently because he understands how fragile people can be. This mix of worn experience and firm belief keeps the song from sounding like an empty piece of advice.
Simply put, “Get on With It” is a wonderful success in simple, straight-to-the-point blues-rock. It describes human problems clearly but also puts a whole life philosophy into one simple, strong chorus. It is a loud, life-affirming call to action, telling you to stop making excuses and start living your life. This is a song that demands to be heard loud.
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