And then, suddenly, Staunch Nation existed and I wondered why they never had. As if the Abrahamic God created the world in those six days and the seventh of rest was constituted by billions spent super baked. Then—oh shit—gotta make sure there's a bunch of fellows in Sydney rapping at half the speed and double the stoned. Right now they are a mysterious organisation so I Woodwarded my Bernstein and tried to get to the bottom of Staunch Nation. Answers from figurehead Ray Chanel follow below. A new single and a mixtape, Finesse follow in June.NOISEY: Who are you people and what are you doing on my internet?
Ray Chanel: We are Staunch Nation, outta S.Y.D and its outer reaches, also phoning in from CBR. Currently made up of members MCGC, J-Palm, T Billz, J Willy, John Savage (AKA J Savvy) and myself, Ray Chanel. We are on the web to share the gift of Ray Bone (praise RAY), our mentor. Some people call us a religious cult but it’s not like that.Can you please illuminate me about the philosophies and teachings of Ray Bone?
Sorry, we can't really comment further on Ray. Each day we take as it comes, cherishing him.In what way are you damaging the youth of Australia?
We are the youth. Maybe hit up Rolf for that one. Wobble wobble.Who are the musical predecessors to the Staunch Nation philosophy? What research should people be doing?Raed – 'I've Come a Long Way'Clipse – 'Mr Me Too'Secundus – 'Dungeon'Some auctioneer cunt. We don't know who he is, but fuck he flows.Actually, what are you being so damn staunch about?
If the Romans hadn't braced their coliseums on staunch pillars than they would not be here for the enjoyment of the touristic masses. Similarly SN is proud to stand tall and support the weight of modern day-Australia reflectively and provocatively. Maybe one day masses of Italians will come to Australia and get photographed next to the big Merino, Pineapple, Banana, Shrimp, Mosquito—who the fuck knows.We are also planning to contact Corey Worthington about organising a party for us for coverage on Sunrise.How is your music best enjoyed?
It's a soundtrack to whatever you love—a night in with your shining ruby, a big night out on the town (good night, big night). C&B's (coffee and blunts) are our constant go to for listening pleasure, sip on a java while puffin cone clouds into the studio ceiling, feeling the sub and hats ratta-tat-tatting. Bliss.What does a perfect day look like for you guys?
Summa, sunshine, babes? We wrote a song about it.Morning: Wake up, go to the li'l boys room while sippin an Up & Go. Party cones with cereal to get the brain cells working. Read the newspaper so we can have something to talk about with non-staunch people. Kiss the sky and do a quick Ray prayer.Arvie: Put on your SPF50 sunblock and do mainies around the block windows down arms out listening to Staunch tracks visiting local shopkeepers (support your localz people!!). By this time Boyz will be arriving over in the studio with a $30 case of Rio Bravos, cheap shit but fuckin' beautiful. Plenty of greenery, plenty of exciting images and sounds to honour and enjoy.Nighttime: If its a clear night get the telescope out and study the stars. If it's cloudy stay in and watch a Russ Crowe film and hold your lady or man close to you. In any case order takeaway from a local establishment and most importantly: party cones!!! Everyday is a celebration so inhale deeply and get brocollized like we're back in the Triassic doing gymnastics.How would a person go about spending a life summer cruisin'?
Simple: Sneakers and a realisation that you're in a country that has honour and pride and unique energies. Just go with it.Why does that guy in the clip like that watermelon so much?
Tapping watermelons is a thing. People do it. It's about cherishing your fruit. Nourish what nourishes you. That cunt knew what he was doing and he knew no one could fuck with him. You see it in those eyes. It's ripe, just like the good life. Firm as a peach.Isn't marijuana illegal? I thought I saw some in your video clip. That can't be right, can it?
Let us answer that with a question. They still burn incense in the church despite the 'no-smoking in buildings' act passed nation-wide decades ago don’t they? Well cones are the Staunch incense so similarly to the insubordinate church peoples we will keep that green flame burning like Olympic glory laps. Some things that are illegal make sense, like throwing someone in front of a train. That's wrong. But what IS wrong with a bit of a little nature's gift flower rolled up in a bit of cigarillo paper?. It's a gorgeous, sophisticated and nuanced plant.
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Ray Chanel: We are Staunch Nation, outta S.Y.D and its outer reaches, also phoning in from CBR. Currently made up of members MCGC, J-Palm, T Billz, J Willy, John Savage (AKA J Savvy) and myself, Ray Chanel. We are on the web to share the gift of Ray Bone (praise RAY), our mentor. Some people call us a religious cult but it’s not like that.Can you please illuminate me about the philosophies and teachings of Ray Bone?
Sorry, we can't really comment further on Ray. Each day we take as it comes, cherishing him.In what way are you damaging the youth of Australia?
We are the youth. Maybe hit up Rolf for that one. Wobble wobble.Who are the musical predecessors to the Staunch Nation philosophy? What research should people be doing?Raed – 'I've Come a Long Way'Clipse – 'Mr Me Too'Secundus – 'Dungeon'Some auctioneer cunt. We don't know who he is, but fuck he flows.Actually, what are you being so damn staunch about?
If the Romans hadn't braced their coliseums on staunch pillars than they would not be here for the enjoyment of the touristic masses. Similarly SN is proud to stand tall and support the weight of modern day-Australia reflectively and provocatively. Maybe one day masses of Italians will come to Australia and get photographed next to the big Merino, Pineapple, Banana, Shrimp, Mosquito—who the fuck knows.We are also planning to contact Corey Worthington about organising a party for us for coverage on Sunrise.
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It's a soundtrack to whatever you love—a night in with your shining ruby, a big night out on the town (good night, big night). C&B's (coffee and blunts) are our constant go to for listening pleasure, sip on a java while puffin cone clouds into the studio ceiling, feeling the sub and hats ratta-tat-tatting. Bliss.What does a perfect day look like for you guys?
Summa, sunshine, babes? We wrote a song about it.Morning: Wake up, go to the li'l boys room while sippin an Up & Go. Party cones with cereal to get the brain cells working. Read the newspaper so we can have something to talk about with non-staunch people. Kiss the sky and do a quick Ray prayer.Arvie: Put on your SPF50 sunblock and do mainies around the block windows down arms out listening to Staunch tracks visiting local shopkeepers (support your localz people!!). By this time Boyz will be arriving over in the studio with a $30 case of Rio Bravos, cheap shit but fuckin' beautiful. Plenty of greenery, plenty of exciting images and sounds to honour and enjoy.Nighttime: If its a clear night get the telescope out and study the stars. If it's cloudy stay in and watch a Russ Crowe film and hold your lady or man close to you. In any case order takeaway from a local establishment and most importantly: party cones!!! Everyday is a celebration so inhale deeply and get brocollized like we're back in the Triassic doing gymnastics.
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Simple: Sneakers and a realisation that you're in a country that has honour and pride and unique energies. Just go with it.Why does that guy in the clip like that watermelon so much?
Tapping watermelons is a thing. People do it. It's about cherishing your fruit. Nourish what nourishes you. That cunt knew what he was doing and he knew no one could fuck with him. You see it in those eyes. It's ripe, just like the good life. Firm as a peach.Isn't marijuana illegal? I thought I saw some in your video clip. That can't be right, can it?
Let us answer that with a question. They still burn incense in the church despite the 'no-smoking in buildings' act passed nation-wide decades ago don’t they? Well cones are the Staunch incense so similarly to the insubordinate church peoples we will keep that green flame burning like Olympic glory laps. Some things that are illegal make sense, like throwing someone in front of a train. That's wrong. But what IS wrong with a bit of a little nature's gift flower rolled up in a bit of cigarillo paper?. It's a gorgeous, sophisticated and nuanced plant.
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