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Garrett DeVaughn—known as The Mad Uke-Bard—is an artist who breaks from expectations with four strings and an untamed creative energy. Taking detours from traditional gentle strumming, DeVaughn transforms the ukulele into a rock and metal driven vehicle for storytelling, blending classic troubadour theatricality with a modern, rebellious edge.
As part of the disabled community living with mild cerebral palsy, DeVaughn channels his lived experience into a resilient perspective that fuels his craft. He constructs his music from personal introspection, real-time commentary, dissecting current events, and societal absurdities.
His sets bridge the gap between folklore and contemporary grit. Delivering intricate melodies and sharp wit, DeVaughn provides a thought-provoking and engaging act. He is a guaranteed conversation-starter for festivals, clubs, and listening rooms seeking truly unique talent.
LYRICS: This white good ‘ole boy Sittin’ on a box and tuggin’ at the strings “He don’t mean no harm” but why would he lie and manipulate He takes from this and he points to that And says we imagined everything, yeah It’s Read more
LYRICS:
This white good ‘ole boy
Sittin’ on a box and tuggin’ at the strings
“He don’t mean no harm” but why would he lie and manipulate
He takes from this and he points to that
And says we imagined everything, yeah
It’s ok to think for yourself
When the change the rules think for yourself and hold the line
The gaslight has gone down, it’s not just in your head and you don’t
Owe them anything at all.
These white good ‘ole boys
Walking in the crowd and throwing quite the fit
Doin’ what their daddies done
Putting on a mask and loading up their guns
And that’s the end of my empathy
For all the damage being done, yeah,
It’s ok to think for yourself,
When they change the rules think for yourself and hold the line
The gaslight has gone down, it’s not just in your head and you don’t
Owe them anything at all.
No, you don’t owe them anything at all
Making us feel crazy
(Ingrid, you’re not crazy after all the gaslight has gone out)
That’s what they want
(Ingrid, you’re not crazy after all the gaslight has gone out)
But we’re not crazy
(Ingrid, you’re not crazy after all the gaslight has gone out)
For pushing back with all our might and all our heart..
This white good ‘ole boy
Sitting on his throne and tugging at the strings
You say “He don’t mean no harm”
You’re kidding yourself if you believe
He takes from this and he points to that
And says we imagined everything..
He takes from this and he points to that
And says we imagined everything..
He takes from us and he points to them
And says we imagined everything…
He’ll take from you and point to me,
And say we imagined everything.
Single Artwork and Design: Garrett DeVaughn, the Mad Uke-Bard
Single written and performed: Garrett DeVaughn, the Mad Uke-Bard
Produced/Mastered: Homemade God Studio
“"Garrett DeVaughn is a unique and highly skilled performer who captivates audiences with his genre-blending auditory experience"”
- Stu Miller, Stargazer Studios
“Garrett’s lyrical style is where alt rock meets whimsy. He’s introspective and imaginative tunes had us reflecting on some stark realities of life, while also laughing along with his creative perspectives.”
- Arlene Ivette, Artist and Painter
Rhetoric Rabbit Hole Podcast - A chat about spirituality, music, current events, Meeting Satan, and a number of odd little things. - https://youtu.be/_2ZnGH4VEks