Velvety Venom
Genre: Indi-Pop / Ragtime
Catalog Number: LR-2750368
Universal Product Code (UPC): 990591034655
© Lyricist: Daryl John Newton
© Master Recording Owner: DJnewton
© Year of Recording: 2025
Step into a riotous world where ragtime meets workplace satire and every day is a battle for order, coupons and control.
Sonic Architecture
Karen's Rage throws you into a riotous world where ragtime meets workplace satire, and every day feels like a battle for order. It’s an uproarious musical ride through the absurdities of modern life, told through the eyes of the ultimate office anti-heroine: Karen. Every gripe feels epic, every rag’s a crisis, and every chorus calls you to arms.
Emotional Depth
This album dives headfirst into the absurdity of modern rage. Each song is a sharp, satirical snapshot of corporate chaos, micromanagement madness and suburban drama. It turns everyday frustrations into theatrical showdowns. Perfect for anyone who’s ever endured a meeting with a clipboard-wielding boss.
Genre Innovation
No one genre contains this beast. It’s a sparkling mix of honky-tonk piano, big band brass, glitchy synths, and razor-sharp humour. From swinging jazz and hip-hop swagger to ska guitars, every track blends comedy with social commentary into a genre-bending spectacle.
Immersive Sound
This isn’t background music:- it’s a full-on theatre production for your ears. From the boisterous honky-tonk opener to the wild big band finale, Karen’s Rage surrounds you with brass-fired drama and relentless energy. Ready to join the rag-free zone? Step inside, but watch your clipboard.
Enter at your own risk!
Track Highlights:
1. Karen's Public Service Announcement
The curtain rises with a bombastic honky-tonk intro as Karen, the self-appointed workplace sheriff, declares war on the chaos of “rags.” This theatrical opener sets the tone—expect clipboard decrees, brass-fueled drama, and a chorus of exasperated employees. The perfect overture to a world where order is everything and no rag is safe.
2. Troublesome Rags
A swinging, call-and-response jazz number that chronicles the never-ending battle against rogue rags. Karen’s obsession grows, threats escalate (“your next paycheck might just vanish in space!”), and the entire office is swept up in her crusade for cleanliness. The lyrics blend slapstick humor with big band swagger, making workplace drudgery sound almost glamorous.
3. Rag, Bag, Hag!
This track dives deeper into Karen’s psyche, turning her vendetta against rags into a full-blown musical spectacle. With bouncy piano and walking bass, Karen’s rage crescendos, every misplaced rag is a personal affront, every chorus a rallying cry. A tongue-in-cheek homage to the “office villain” archetype.
4. Micromanagement Madness
Synths and funk guitars drive this satirical anthem about Karen’s need for control. She times bathroom breaks, rewrites emails, and polices every detail with robotic precision. The chorus explodes with call-and-response vocals, echoing the suffocating grip of micromanagement. A must-hear for anyone who’s survived corporate bureaucracy.
5. Karen’s Coupon
A frantic jazz swing number chronicling Karen’s legendary coupon crusades. The drama escalates from expired discounts to full-blown aisle meltdowns, complete with brass swells and kazoo solos. The lyrics lampoon consumer entitlement, turning every shopping trip into a theatrical showdown.
6. Karma Karen
Glittering synths and funk grooves underscore this cautionary tale of cosmic justice. Karen’s tantrums finally catch up with her, as “Karma installs basic kindness” and she’s left dancing solo. Uplifting and tongue-in-cheek, this track flips the script reminding us that kindness always wins in the end.
7. Karen’s Road Rage
Big band brass and swaggering piano set the stage for Karen’s most public meltdown yet: the battle for the open road. Every traffic slight is an outrage, every merge a personal attack. The lyrics paint a hilarious picture of vehicular mayhem, culminating in a triumphant, theatrical finale.
8. Troublesome Rags (Old-Bag Hop-Hip)
A remix of the earlier theme, this version infuses ragtime with hip-hop swagger. Karen’s grievances get a modern twist, blending jazzy piano riffs with punchy beats. The result is a playful, genre-bending interlude that keeps the energy high and the satire sharp.
9. What’s Ticking Karen Off Now?
Ska guitars and punchy horns drive this rapid-fire inventory of Karen’s daily irritations from expired coupons to neighborly infractions. Each verse is a new disaster, each chorus a rallying cry for the aggrieved. The track’s frenetic pace mirrors Karen’s perpetual state of outrage.
10. Ragtime Rampage
The grand finale: a full-blown big band explosion where all of Karen’s frustrations erupt into chaos. The tempo spirals, the brass blares, and the entire cast joins in for one last, glorious outburst. It’s the ultimate sendoff equal parts comedy, catharsis, and musical mayhem.
Find out what's tickn' Karen off now!