Oxymorrons: The ‘Cool Being You’ makes me want to kick, push all day long

A rap flex with some rocking vibes? Look no further than what’s coming courtesy of the crew Oxymorrons’ ‘Cool Being You’ visualizer. The energy level is insane and has me ready to turn up.

Oxymorrons’ ‘Cool Being You’ visualizer has you ready to rock out

I haven’t skateboarded in years but listening to the ‘Cool Being You’ tune? I’m ready to glow up and turn up.

New York’s genre-blurring punks Oxymorrons are back with “Cool Being You” - a vibrant new single that dives headfirst into a dynamic fusion of alternative, punk, and hip-hop. Entirely written, recorded, and produced by the band, the track also marks the start of a bold new chapter, with Oxymorrons announcing their upcoming EP 'Create, Destroy, Rebuild, Repeat.', to release fall 2025.

Opening with atmospheric textures, driving drums, pulsating bass, and delicate guitar lines, “Cool Being You” quickly explodes with gritty “modern punk” production, the sonic playground where Oxymorrons thrive. Trading verses that range from melodic crooning to swagger-drenched rap to guttural screams, all three vocalists bring an unmistakable energy and depth. It’s a natural next chapter in the band’s sonic evolution, one that builds on their roots while pushing further into the unexpected.

“This is for those who were told they have to fit into a box. ‘Cool Being You’ is about shaking that off and owning every piece of yourself,” says the band. “There’s freedom in being exactly who you are, and this track is the soundtrack to that energy.”

More than just a new single, “Cool Being You” marks the beginning of a new era for Oxymorrons - not just sonically, but personally and creatively. Now a lean, focused three-piece made up of vocalist brothers Deee and KI alongside guitarist Jafé Paulino, the band is embracing their independence and entering a phase defined by full creative control. Although they’ll miss their brother, ex-drummer Matty Mayz, they are excited for and proud of him with his new restaurant venture. “If you know Matty the only thing he loves more than drumming is food. We may not be sharing the stage but we are sharing meals as often as we can.” Their upcoming EP 'Create. Destroy. Rebuild. Repeat.'reflects that shift: raw, self-defined, and completely on their own terms.

“We’re excited about this new chapter — it feels like a reset, but with everything we’ve learned along the way,” the band shares. “We’ve always believed in doing things differently, and now we get to do that without compromise. The vision is clearer than ever.

The new single follows their full length album Melanin Punk (Oct 2023), which earned critical acclaim for its bold genre fusion and boundary-pushing message. Featuring standout tracks like“Look Alive (Netic)” - which cracked the Mediabase Active Rock Radio chart reaching #27 ​​- the album became a rallying cry for individuality and representation. As Distorted Sound put it: “Explosive, engaging and emotional, Melanin Punk is a powerhouse three-way split of everything that makes a great punk album.” Consequence called it “a savvy amalgamation of hip-hop and heavy alt-rock,” while The Soundboard Reviews praised the band for “chipping away at genre boundaries with effort that shines definitively.”

Known for their blistering live shows, Oxymorrons are currently on the road with Sleep Theory and set to perform at every stop of the Warped Tour 30th Anniversary, hitting Washington D.C., Long Beach, CA, and Orlando, FL.