An intriguing online advertisement seeking musicians to create a “conservative” rendition of Rage Against the Machine has sparked a wave of discussion across the internet, prompting many to question whether the essence of the original band’s message has been completely overlooked.

Join the Movement: Forming a ‘Conservative Version of Rage Against The Machine’

A recent Craigslist advertisement has issued a call for enthusiastic bassists and drummers interested in joining forces to establish a “conservative Rage Against The Machine” in Kannapolis, North Carolina. This city, home to roughly 60,000 residents, is located just under 30 miles northeast of Charlotte, making it a local hub for political and musical endeavors.

The advertisement boldly states, “Looking for politically conservative bassist & drummer to start the right’s version of Rage Against the Machine.” The poster expresses a desire to take on the roles of vocalist and guitarist while crafting a collection of high-energy, anger-driven songs, with aspirations to tour the local area and perform at various political events.

Beyond original compositions, the poster envisions a setlist filled with “freedom-oriented” cover songs to resonate with event-goers, aiming to evoke a sense of patriotism and rally like-minded individuals.

Expressing their passion for America and a deep-seated frustration towards leftist ideologies and globalist agendas, the ad concludes with an invitation: “If you love America and are pissed about what the left and globalists have done to our country, please contact me.”

Accompanying the Craigslist text is a striking image of the actual Rage Against the Machine performing live, serving as a reminder of the band’s historical significance and impact.

Creative and Humorous Reactions to the ‘Conservative Rage Against the Machine’ Ad

The internet community has responded with a mix of humor and creativity to the call for musicians to join the conservative version of Rage Against the Machine. A post featuring a screenshot of the advertisement has rapidly gained traction on Reddit, amassing hundreds of witty and insightful comments.

One user humorously parodied the iconic outro lyrics of “Killing in the Name,” writing, “Fox News, I will do what you tell me! Fox News, I will do what you tell me!” This captures the ironic sentiment many feel about the proposed band.

Creative commenters have suggested a variety of potential band names, including:

• Rage For The Machine
• Cog in The Machine
• Rage on Behalf of the Regime
• Rage Against the Working Class

Another user pointedly remarked, “You can’t rage against the machine while literally being part of the machine,” highlighting the apparent contradiction in the idea of a conservative version of the band.

This reaction is not a new phenomenon; it underscores a recurring theme where conservative music enthusiasts seem to misunderstand the political commentary that Rage Against the Machine has been known for throughout their career.

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During a 2022 tour, Rage Against the Machine displayed messages on a video screen demanding to “abort the Supreme Court,” a powerful statement following the controversial overturning of Roe v. Wade. This bold move incited backlash from some fans who insisted that the band should “stick to playing songs” rather than voicing their political views.

In 2024, guitarist Tom Morello took to social media to dispel various misconceptions surrounding the band, particularly addressing false claims that they required proof of vaccination for their reunion concerts. Morello also corrected a commenter who claimed that they were “rage for the machine” during their performance at the 2000 Democratic National Convention.

Morello firmly responded, “We played a protest AGAINST the convention. You guys are so stupid,” clarifying that the show in question was a free concert held across the street from the DNC in Los Angeles, emphasizing their commitment to activism.