Semisonic

Semisonic

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Semisonic is an American alternative rock band formed in 1995, best known for their hit song 'Closing Time,' which became a cultural anthem in the late 1990s. The band consists of Dan Wilson, John Munson, and Jacob Slichter, and their music blends elements of rock, pop, and alternative genres. They gained widespread recognition with their debut album, 'Feeling Strangely Fine,' which included several chart-topping singles. Over the years, Semisonic has been praised for their catchy melodies and thoughtful lyrics. Recently, they made headlines when they publicly denounced the Trump administration for using their song 'Closing Time' in a video related to immigration policy, stating that the use of their song misrepresented its intended message of joy and hope.

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The rock band Semisonic has also recently rebuked the Trump administration for using their songs in official videos promoting ICE.

Katy Perry ‘appalled’ that White House used Firework song in Iran war video
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-07-26
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The band Semisonic made clear Monday that it did not 'authorize or condone' a White House video using their song 'Closing Time.'

Semisonic blasts Trump administration's 'Closing Time' deportation video
Fox News·United StatesUnited States· 2025-03-19
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