Jack Rush: Rrose Sélavy
Jack Rush is back with a rock banger “Rrose Sélavy”
Swiss-based rocker Jack Rush continues his surprising emergence with an explosive new single“Rrose Sélavy”, that brings the enigmatic transvestite alter-ego of French artist Marcel Duchamp into the world of contemporary rock music. Out via Rattler Records, the track is produced by Neihardt (Davide Joerg) and mixed and mastered by Tatum Rush.
All words and music are written by Jack Rush, who plays every instrument except drums, reinforcing his reputation as a fiercely independent force. With its searing riffs, tight rhythm, and a guitar solo that scorches through the mix, “Rrose Sélavy” is a banger of a hit blending vintage and contemporary sonic punch showcasing Rush's one-man mission to make guitar solos cool again, while his distinct vocals are again highly charged with his characteristic emotional flare.
Lyrically, the track paints Duchamp’s female persona as both muse and trickster:
“She’s a world of enigma, a mask of intrigue / A riddle untold, as the story unfolds / Surrealist dream, in sepia beams / A lady of culture, but she’s not what she seems.”
The lyrics weave references to Dadaism, surrealism, illusion, and play—themes Duchamp embodied in his reinvention of identity as Rrose Sélavy. From wordplay to riddles and sly humour Rush embraces Duchamp’s irreverent spirit while giving it a muscular rock backdrop. – see full lyrics on page 2. The track is sure to please rockers and modern art lovers alike with lyrical references to Duchamp's famous sneeze quote and his love of chess as well as a nod to his fellow concept artist and friend Man Ray (“when she poses for Man”). And like Duchamp, Rush infuses the track with intrigue and satire, an irresistible earworm from start to finish.
The cover art underscores the concept: Jack Rush’s own face seamlessly superimposed onto the iconic photograph of Duchamp as Rrose Sélavy, blurring the lines between homage, parody, and rock provocation.
Since his critically-acclaimed debut album Late Bloomer of 2024, Rush has leaned into a harder, rawer edge, adding to the eclectic range that has defined his steady rise. “Rrose Sélavy” showcases not only his cultural depth but also his ability to channel art history into music that burns with urgency and energy. Indeed, the self-described late bloomer on the music scene once again confirms his talent and originality: at times serious, at times ironic, but always incisive and authentic.
Jack Rush statement: “Rrose Sélavy was one of many ways Marcel Duchamp challenged conventional ideas. And that's why he was such a seminal influence not just on modern art but on society itself. In my small way with this song I hope to re-introduce his genius to a contemporary audience during these ominous times of authoritarian revival and dedicate this song to the courageous LGBTQ+ community which is so vital to the resistance movement against authoritarianism.”
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