Muse Chronicle

The Daffodildos is a three-person band that challenges the problematic beliefs that most people carry about the life we live in this generation. They might sometimes be perceived to be too loud and even offensive by some. However, all they care about is putting forward an alternate perspective that can improve the way we lead our lives and encourage inclusivity in our culture. The Daffodildos’ lineup consists of the lead singer- Emily Flea (Former member of The Fleas), Captain Jax (from No See Ums), and drummer Dannie Von Flange (former member of Boot Sale/Vanilla Giver). The three are neuro-diverse queers who are voicing out their opinions on social issues such as animal rights, queer liberation, and systematic oppression that happens within the punk scene. With their debut single, ‘No Pride’, they gained some attention in the punk scene and the ball started rolling from thereon. After releasing a couple more singles, the Daffodildos have dropped their debut EP with six songs. We shall cover this project further in detail.

“They are loud, they are bold and often, they are offensive as they question the status quo”

‘Not My Cup of Tea’ is a six-song-long EP that has a very interesting origin story for its name. The band has playfully responded to a cheeky criticism that they received and proved to be a good sport with negative feedback. The EP covers some important social and political issues that the members see in this day and age. The instrumentalization of the whole EP lies in one mood and the energy doesn’t fall off as bassist Captain Jax and drummer Dannie Von Flange keep it high throughout and provide a smooth yet grunge sound to the whole EP.

The EP starts with a powerful jam- Stuck in ’77. The uptempo drums and heavy guitars create an energy-filled vibe to start the EP with. The tempo of the project picks up from the beginning and never deviates from the hardcore rock sound. ‘Never Enough’ has a very catchy hook. The song talks about drug abuse and alcoholism and how it is extremely difficult to get out of this trap. The band showcases its vulnerability and cements the strength that it draws out of being authentic with its music. Emily Flea’s strong vocals add character and give a rebellious energy to the whole project. Her major influences involve 70s punk icons like The Damned and X-Ray Spex.

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