Oxford Drama is a Wroclaw-based indie pop band. Comprised of members Małgorzata Dryjańska and Marcin Mrówka, their music is often characterized as “experimental pop,” blending innovative sounds with pop elements.
“The Leader”, the leading single from their new LP, made its premiere on The Stephen McAuley Show on BBC. The song marks their return with new music three years after their 2021 album, “What’s the Deal with Time?” True to the band’s name and their musical style, this song stands out with its boldness and uniqueness, driven by a compelling rhythm.
The official music video retains Oxford Drama’s distinctive blend of bizarre yet comforting aesthetics. While it shows a visual departure from earlier videos like “Not My Friend” and “You Only See What You Like”, it still captures the duo’s unique colour and artistic identity.
I highly recommend watching all of their music videos – they’re full of surprises!
Through sharp observation, the song casts a critical eye on these issues, using satire to expose the contradictions of contemporary political culture.
In its role as a political satire, the tracks lyrics describes the modern-day absurdities that pervade our society, highlighting issues such as corruption, the dissonance between political promises and actual actions, and the prevalent hypocrisy etc.
make me a leader and pay a solid figure
—The leader
transfers made to my swiss account
I’ll be the first one to only say what is true
Recommend see the official video of this track
The track has a good rhythm, but from a personal perspective, I find that the texture of the song could be richer. The melody itself doesn’t give much in terms of layering or twists, especially compared to”You Only See What You Like”. The real magic, however, is that the song is incredibly catchy and sticks in your head in an way that you don’t expect.
It’s worth noting that the strength of this track lies more in its storytelling and the message it conveys, rather than the musical complexity. Overall, The song is a courageous and energetic attempt.
Each song offers a thousand ways to interpret it. As for how the song truly is, that needs your own listening experience!
Download the song and give it a try
