Ball of Wax 62 Songs: Eric Padget – “BBQ Beer Freedom”

25 seconds is all it takes for Eric Padget to sum up the entire 24 month election cycle. Anyone who has seen even a smidgen of news since Election Day has heard either this exact quote used in “BBQ Beer Freedom” from a “stop the steal” protester or one similar to it. With a peppy synthesizer and drum machine backdrop, the found-sound quote no longer sounds as dangerously paranoid as it once did, just kind of whacky. The upbeat filter sweeps and breezy melodies helps to wash away the filth of conspiracy with joy and vibrancy. Here’s to hoping that tide stays longer than 24 seconds.