Motihari Brigade is an independent alternative rock band from Indianapolis fronted by singer-songwriter and guitarist Eric Winston. The band refers to their music as “Rock-n-Roll Thoughtcrime.” The name is unique and refers to Motihari, India, the birthplace of George Orwell. They have music with Orwellian influences that promotes critical thought and challenges conformity in the modern age. Their third album, Problematic, will be released on June 25, 2026, in honor of Orwell’s birthday (after Power from Below, 2020, and Algorithm & Blues, 2022). In the meantime, they’ve released their latest single “Save Ourselves” to give us a taste of what’s to come.
“Save Ourselves” is a vibrant guitar-driven alternative rock song, blending the classic rock energy with a sharp modern production. The song begins with a really striking, layered choral intro that immediately changes the mood. Then it explodes into a steady, urgent drum beat and wailing electric guitars. The soft verses and loud choruses create a beautiful contrast and wave of energy. Eric Winston’s lead vocals are full of a strong sense of passion and belief and the backing harmonies create a haunting mood for the track, which focuses on the struggle of one voice amongst a sea of noise.
“Save Ourselves” is, at its heart, a deep statement on human freedom. The song hints that today’s society has replaced the old religious restrictions with new secular dogmas. Today we live in a techno-dystopia where computer algorithms, regulated realities, and official media narratives strive to tell us what to think and how to behave. This promotes groupthink and intolerance and not independent thought. The track is an important defense of the ‘problematic thinker’ who doesn’t just go with the flow, questioning where does the independent mind go when society itself starts to act like a cult.
We may easily connect this strong message to our daily lives. Think about how often we use social media algorithms to determine what we think, buy, or support. But this message is not just about technology, it is about our human connections. We depend on other people or relationships to save us from our troubles totally. This may cause us to lose our actual identity. “Save Ourselves” is a reminder that we are strong enough on our own to have healthy relationships. True love and connection cannot thrive if we surrender our inner sovereignty. To love others genuinely, we must first have the confidence to stand firmly on our own two feet.
“Save Ourselves” is a forceful, ultimately beautiful anthem of self-reliance. It reminds us that we cannot wait for an external savior to save us but rather develop that strength inside ourselves. It reveals the raw energy of rock-n-roll as the highest manifestation of rebellion through artistic expression. For the finest experience, throw on a pair of excellent headphones, ramp up the volume and let the powerful guitars and meaningful lyrics inspire your own inner freedom.
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