Ron Brunk is back with his latest single, “Not Dead Yet,” a rollicking, unapologetic celebration of resilience, survival, and the absurd joy of life. Out now, the track is a swinging, piano-driven anthem that pairs Brunk’s brashly honest vocals with infectious grooves, layered harmonies, and a kaleidoscopic burst of musical experimentation.
For Brunk, music has always been more than just sound—it’s a sanctuary. Through his methodical yet unpredictable creative process, he transforms real-life narratives into art that’s at once profound, hilarious, and delightfully outlandish. Now, as he works toward releasing his 38th album, Brunk is assembling a vibrant collection of tracks that span touching reflections, playful oddities, and unapologetic silliness—a musical universe where anything can happen, often fueled by the energy of his newly rescued crew of rambunctious feline companions.
“Not Dead Yet” confronts mortality head-on. A survivor of multiple near-death experiences and a string of personal trials, Brunk embraces the fleeting nature of life with defiant humor and unshakable spirit. Anchored by a swinging piano riff and shuffling snare beat, his vocals—tinged with distortion—shout a brassy, honest declaration: life may be finite, but his energy and attitude are boundless. Backing vocals from Andi Jane, combined with a chorus of playful, disembodied voices, punctuate Brunk’s every exclamation, culminating in a siren-like wail that distills resilience into three simple words: Not Dead Yet.
Brunk’s visual creativity mirrors his musical inventiveness. In the music video, he upends expectations by singing away from the camera for the first twenty seconds, only to escalate into a series of absurd, hilarious, and heartwarming escapades—complete with megaphones, signature sunglasses, and animated feline hijinks. Moments of screen-blackouts suggest mortality’s inevitability, yet Brunk springs back each time, embodying the joy of laughing in the face of life’s ultimate truth.
“Why fear death when laughing is an option?” Brunk asks, inviting listeners to join him in a jubilant, unconventional celebration of survival, creativity, and the sheer unpredictability of existence.
