Purple Elephant by Elvis Nash

https://youtu.be/YgXlvHGSQ2Y?si=Ari6UGz5Mor5ouVy

Protest poetry and sharp wit are on show in equal measure here, courtesy of Elvis Nash. This gravelly voice possesses a world weary quality that perfectly compliments the observations made about today's social ills. The earthy blues tinged music provides a great contrast against the rich orchestration. A very compelling statement.

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