Are The Basics The First Western Band To Have Written & Recorded A Song In The Russian Language?

The Basics' brooding new song, 'Законопослушный гражданин (Don’t Be Deceived),' is about freedom—freedom from coercion, freedom for personal thought and growth.

The Basics Tease New Music With 'Don't Be Deceived'

The Basics are planning to return with a new single soon, though they admit they've "done something a bit different with this one."

Album Review: The Basics - In The Rude!

"Damn The Basics are fun."

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Basics - With This Ship (Live)

Live Review: The Basics, Jake & The Cowboys

"One more stellar performance from The Basics before they go on a very, very long hiatus."

Why The Basics Wanted To Spark Discussion About Complacency In Australia

"It's a very Australian-centric record in a lot of ways, particularly the issues and themes."

PREMIERE: The Basics - A Coward's Prayer

The Basics Announce Extensive Album Tour

17 dates this October.

Album Review: The Basics - The Age Of Entitlement

"There's big choruses aplenty, but it's the message that lingers."

Watch The Basics Get In Touch With Kenyan Culture In New Clip

The video for 'Tunaomba Saidia' was created entirely by a local crew in the African country