Americana collective William Pilgrim & The All Grows Up has announced the official release of their poignant new single, “Black Bird.” Written as a reaction to the tragic death of Eric Garner and the desensitizing effect of social media, the track serves centerpiece for the soundtrack of the upcoming feature documentary film, Ishues.
“Black Bird” tackles the heavy intersection of systemic social injustice and digital culture. song is a powerful condemnation of how platforms like X (formerly Twitter) can reduce real world tragedy into fleeting content, ultimately numbing society to its devastating frequency.
The single anchors the musical landscape of Ishues, a compelling feature-length documentary that offers a raw, behind-the-scenes look at activist and musician PM Romero in his pursuit of social change through song. Romero’s mission takes an unexpected turn when he meets Ishmael Herring, an extraordinarily talented singer experiencing homelessness on the streets of Los Angeles.
As the duo embarks on a shared musical journey, the pursuit of stardom begins to challenge Romero’s fundamental understanding of what true change looks like. To guide guide Ishmael toward realizing the transformative power of his own voice, the project draws support from a legendary roster of musical collaborators, including:
Darryl “DMC” McDaniels (Co-founder of RUN DMC)
The Blind Boys of Alabama (Five-time Grammy Award winners)
Brenton Wood (Famed ’60s soul and pop singer)
“Black Bird” is available now on all major streaming platforms. Further details regarding the premier and theatrical release of Ishues will be announced in the coming months.
William Pilgrim & The All Grows Up is an indie soul-rock musical project led by PM Romero and
Ishmael Herring. Known for blending gritty storytelling, roots americana, and soulful activism, the group uses music as a medium to spark conversation and drive social awareness
