Ben Katzman is a versatile artist known for his role as a guitarist in Guerilla Toss, his appearance as a finalist on Survivor, and his dedicated fandom of Metallica. His latest solo album, Tears On The Beach, draws inspiration from his time on the reality show, where he captivated audiences with his positivity, skills, and extensive knowledge of Metallica’s catalog. Katzman recently released a new single titled “Buckwild Blindsides,” featuring Sarah Tudzin from Illuminati Hotties, Kaleen Reading from Mannequin Pussy, and Kellie Nalbandian, a fellow Survivor contestant. Additionally, he had the opportunity to meet Metallica in person.
Describing “Buckwild Blindsides,” Katzman shared:
During the tense moments of a vote on Survivor, I crafted the chorus for “Buckwild Blindsides” in my mind. I recall sitting at the campsite, feeling drained, as others scrambled to avoid being voted out without strategizing. I began chanting “B-L-I to the N to the D, Blindside anybody but me” as a way to stay calm and relaxed.
The overall experience of Survivor was so overwhelming and surreal that when I returned home, I channeled it into this upbeat Survivor lullaby set against heavy metal riffs. With Kaleen from Mannequin Pussy on drums (a big Survivor fan) and Sarah Tudzin on vocals, known for her witty pop-punk style in Illuminati Hotties, it was a fun collaboration among friends.
Listen to the song and watch related clips below.
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@cbssurvivor A battle for the ages! Metallica vs Taylor Swift head to head. #Survivor ♬ original sound – Survivor
AND BY FAR THE CRAZIEST DM I WILL EVER RECEIVE #metallica #survivor46 pic.twitter.com/cTINequlKX
— Ben Katzman (@BKdegreaser69) March 7, 2024
@bkdegreaser69 ‘Buckwild Blindsides’ ft. Sarah Tudzin of @illuminati hotties and @Kellie Nalbandian of Survivor 45 is out today! #benkatzman #sarahtudzin #kellie #survivor #survivor45 #survivor46 #illuminatihotties #shred #rock #cringe ♬ original sound – Ben Katzman
Tears On The Beach will be released on 8/23.
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