"The first, "JCMF," is a rebellious song about Jesus punishing those who are cruel and helping the children upon his return, while the second single, "No More Darkness," calls for a return to the light and a pursuit of goodness. In a press release, Sparhawk explained that "JCMF" is an older track that he's played on the road for the past year."
"Meanwhile, "No More Darkness" draws inspiration from a David Lynch quote: "Don't fight the darkness. Don't even worry about the darkness. Turn on the light and the darkness goes. Turn up the light of pure consciousness. Negativity goes." Sparhawk credits the song for reminding him to choose optimism during tough times whenever possible. "We were ending our set with this tune all year, and it is my wish for everyone, especially those who feel alone," he added."
""JCMF" and "No More Darkness" are Sparhawk's first solo tracks since releasing 2024's White Roses, My God. He will donate a portion of his royalties from the two songs to the International Institute of Minnesota. This spring, Sparhawk will go on tour in support of his 2025 collaborative album, Alan Sparhawk With Trampled by Turtles, with his own band. However, his set at the Knoxville music festival Big Ears will be performed live with Trampled by Turtles."
JCMF is a rebellious song about Jesus punishing the cruel and helping children upon his return. Sparhawk has played JCMF on the road for a year and regards the song as a rebuke against rising fascist and authoritarian tendencies among world leaders and against those blinded into supporting them. No More Darkness draws on a David Lynch line about turning on the light of pure consciousness so negativity disappears and serves as a reminder to choose optimism during hard times; the band used it to close sets. A portion of royalties from both singles will go to the International Institute of Minnesota, and Sparhawk will tour this spring supporting a 2025 collaborative album, with at least one festival appearance performed with Trampled by Turtles.
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