“Distracted” - Brandon Frizzell
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With “Distracted,” Waukesha-based singer-songwriter Brandon Frizzell steps into bold territory — not just as a musician, but as a social commentator. The track cuts deep into the collective psyche of modern life, confronting our obsession with screens, outrage, and the endless scroll that keeps us comfortably numb. It’s a song that feels both personal and universal — a reflection of a world where everyone’s tuned in, but no one’s really listening.
At its core, “Distracted” is a meditation on disconnection. Frizzell uses the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk as the emotional flashpoint for a bigger narrative — one about how society processes tragedy through the distorted lens of social media. “After seeing the publicized stuff of Charlie Kirk being killed it inspired me to write a song about everyone being so distracted - not knowing what's truth anymore,” he explains. Rather than sensationalizing the event, Frizzell turns it into a mirror for the times: a reminder that technology, politics, and ego often drown out the simple humanity at the heart of our stories.
Musically, the song carries the warmth and rawness of a home studio recording — intimate yet full-bodied. Strummed acoustic guitars ground the track in folk tradition, while Frizzell’s voice feels both weathered and searching, as though he’s trying to cut through the static. There’s a looseness to the performance that works beautifully — you can almost hear the moment of inspiration hitting, the chords coming first, the words tumbling out right after.
That spontaneity gives “Distracted” its soul. It doesn’t feel written; it feels spoken into existence. And that’s exactly what makes it powerful.
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Live, Frizzell brings the same energy to small stages and local events — from Milwaukee block parties to the historic Bootleggers Lodge (once a haunt of Al Capone). Each performance is a reminder that meaning doesn’t require spectacle — just honesty.
“In a world ruled by technology, the greatest act of strength is rebellion,” Frizzell says — and “Distracted” embodies that rebellion perfectly. It’s not anti-tech; it’s anti-apathy. It’s a wake-up call disguised as a folk song.
“Distracted” feels like a quiet revolution — one man, a guitar, and a message we all need to hear. In an era where attention is currency, Brandon Frizzell reminds us of something truly rare: presence.
“Distracted” is available now on all major streaming platforms
