Looking for something fresh to listen to? Why not try Jamie Lenman’s (formerly of the band, Reuben) new album, The Atheist?

The album is set to be released on November 25, 2022. Two tracks, “Lena Don’t Leave Me” and “Talk Hard” are currently available via video platforms and presumably audio platforms as well. We suspect you know how to search your favorite sources. Or you could visit Lenman’s website.

Talk Hard features lyrics (below courtesy Genius.com) with an upbeat, pro-freedom-of-expression message. It’s refreshing to hear something that is boldly and encouragingly supportive of a fundamental human right.

I thought I heard you make some assertion
But you were mumbling
And I could not be sure
So turn yourself into a bolder person
There’s nothing to be gained from acting so demure

Take a breath
Take a sec
Take your time
Take the floor buddy
You’re just fine
Yeah

Talk hard
I know you wanna play your trump card
They just ain’t listening
Stand up
And tell ’em what you have to say

I know it maybe seems too much to handle
Finding the energy to shout above the crowd
But if they take away the proper channels
You have to find somehow to make it extra loud

Take a breath
Take a sec
Take your time
Take the mic if you like
Here’s mine
Yeah

Talk hard
I know you wanna play your trump card
They just ain’t listening
Stand up
And tell ’em what you have to say

Yeah, talk hard
I know you wanna play your trump card
They just ain’t listening
Stand up
And tell ’em what you have to say
Say
Say
Say
Say

There does seem to be a lot of mumbling out there these days. Good on Lenman for offering up an encouraging word.

Citations, References And Other Reading

1. Featured Photo Courtesy of: http://www.jamielenman.com/
2. https://genius.com/Jamie-lenman-talk-hard-lyrics

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