Dropping a new album on July 4th. The world is so crazy right now. I have conversations with AI. Thought this query response was meaningful: “I got everything set to publish the new album on July 4th. I am excited but also discouraged. It’s kind of ironic, but I feel the “collective Unease” that is […]
Armando Heredia’s If We Were A Band is a fascinating intersection of human creativity and artificial intelligence, blending traditional songwriting with AI-generated vocal and instrumental performances. The project, as detailed on his website, is a deliberate exploration of AI’s role in music—not as a replacement for human artistry, but as a tool for realizing it in new ways. […]
A Folk Protest Trilogy: Unpacking Armando Heredia’s “If We Were A Band” Armando Heredia, operating under the pseudonym “If We Were A Band,” has delivered a powerful triptych of folk protest albums, all released in 2025 by ArmandoCreative, LLC. This collection—The Ladies at the Station, Pass It Down, and Collective Unease—offers a compelling journey through […]
Review: “Pass It Down” by If We Were A Band – An Urgent American Folk Reckoning In an era saturated with fleeting digital noise, “Pass It Down,” the newest album from the enigmatic AI pseudonym “If We Were A Band,” stands as a stark and profoundly resonant testament to the enduring power of protest music. […]
From the perspective of the songs on “Pass It Down,” the current state of America is a complex and often troubling narrative, reflecting a nation grappling with its identity, internal divisions, and the consequences of its actions. The story begins with the “Incendiary Remarks” that have set the national discourse ablaze. Words, like sparks from […]
I Was Mondie All Along by Armando Heredia: A Poetic Journey of Healing, Identity, and Resilience In a world where we often wear masks to navigate the complexities of life, Armando Heredia’s I Was Mondie All Along offers a raw, unfiltered glimpse into the human soul. This collection of poetry is more than just words […]
Every Day is Christmas: A Song for Family, Love, and Longing “Every Day is Christmas” is a heartfelt ballad that captures the bittersweet joy of the holiday season, especially when loved ones are far away. Through its poignant lyrics and warm melody, the song evokes a sense of nostalgia for past Christmases, while celebrating the […]
Submit to the Mystery: An Exploration of Love, Hate, Ambition, and Humility Armando Heredia’s new album, Submit to the Mystery, released under the pseudonym If We Were A Band, is a compelling collection of songs that explore the complexities of the human experience. Published on December 5, 2024, the album is available on most streaming […]
Deconstructing “Fragile”: An Analysis of Armando Heredia’s Anthem Against Racism Armando Heredia’s “Fragile” is more than just a song; it’s a poignant commentary on the resurgence of racist ideologies and the deep-seated fear that fuels them. This analysis will explore the historical context, psychological implications, and the overarching metaphor of fragility, stanza by stanza, to […]
Daytime Monsters: A Song for Our Times Armando Heredia’s song “Daytime Monsters,” performed under his pseudonym If We Were A Band, is a powerful commentary on the state of American politics and the dangers of divisive leadership. The song uses the metaphor of “monsters” to represent those who espouse hatred and bigotry, particularly in the […]