Industry Apr 16, 2026
Massive Attack and Tom Waits Collaborate on “Boots On The Ground”
"Across the western hemisphere, state authoritarianism and the militarisation of police forces are fusing again with neo-fascist politics"
Originally published by
NME
Massive Attack and Tom Waits have released a new single titled “Boots on the Ground.” The collaboration was a long-gestating project, described as socially and politically charged.
The track features Waits' distinctive vocal delivery over dark production, with lyrics addressing themes such as state authoritarianism and the fusion of neo-fascist politics with police militarisation. Originally reported by NME and Consequence of Sound.