Field Trip Day Releases New Single "Ode To Office Culture" and Connects on Its Fiery Anthem for the Modern Grind
- STAFF
- Sep 8
- 5 min read
By: Staff
Field Trip Day delivers a blistering, raw anthem with "Ode To Office Culture," redefining alt-rock rebellion.
Brooklyn-based alt-rock artist Field Trip Day returns with a fierce new single titled "Ode To Office Culture." The track detonates with an energy that grips from the very first note, a pulse of gritty guitars and punchy drums that set the stage for vocals teetering between chant and war cry. This song does not just vent frustration; it summons an uprising, calling out the quiet cruelties and invisible emotional violence lurking within the cubicle walls. It is raw, sardonic, and unapologetically loud, offering a sharp, cathartic release for anyone who has felt trapped in fluorescent purgatory.
The title itself hints at a twist, invoking reverence only to turn it into a weaponized shout against the grind. Released right when the world dreads the return to inboxes and endless meetings, the timing is no accident. This is a Molotov cocktail thrown at the status quo, an anthem fueled by personal moments of rage and urgency shaped by the all-too-familiar pulse of office life.
We spoke with Field Trip Day to explore the story behind the song, the choice of the band’s name, and the delicate line between satire and sincerity threaded throughout the lyrics. The conversation reveals the artist’s journey from intimate self-expression to a voice that demands to be heard, capturing the emotional armor shed and the battle cry raised. There is a revealing look at what got cut from the final track and a glimpse into how these experiences have rewired creativity and identity.
This is more than just a song. It is a sonic revolt, a story of rebellion and release, and a call for anyone stuck in the grind to find freedom in the noise.
Read on to hear directly from Field Trip Day about what this song means, where it came from, and what’s next on the horizon.
Here’s how it went:
Begin Interview:
Hello Field Trip Day, we’re thrilled to have you here for this interview! We've had an amazing time exploring your music and diving into your creative journey. Now, we’re even more intrigued to get a deeper look into both your brand and your personal and professional inspirations.
Q. OMG, “Ode To Office Culture” pops from the very first second. The bass-heavy guitars and punchy drums lock you in, and then your vocals rip through with urgency. When did you first realize your voice held power, not just as a personal outlet, but as something that could truly reach others? Was there a moment when creative expression shifted from something private to something you had to share?
A. I’ve performed on and off throughout my life, but in the past year since starting Field Trip Day it became clear that I needed to share the songs I was writing. Every time I saw another artist live, I felt impassioned and inspired, but also a little envious. I couldn’t keep letting my songs simmer on the backburner. I had to finally give them life outside my head.
Q. "Ode To Office Culture" is loud, sardonic, and dead-serious all at once. What did you absolutely need to say in this song that you couldn’t hold in any longer?
A. This song was born from the monotony of the 9-to-5 (sometimes 9-to-neverending) desk job grind and the frustration of being cooped up indoors. It hit me hardest on bright, blue-sky days, when all I wanted was to be outside soaking up the sun. I wanted to capture that restlessness and longing, while also weaving in a touch of dark comedy to show just how absurd it all feels.
Q. The word “Ode” usually implies reverence, something beautiful or beloved. What made that title feel right for a track that feels more like a middle finger to the grind?
A. Oh, I’m so glad you picked up on that dissonance. The track leans heavily into sarcasm, so calling it an “Ode” felt like the perfect way to heighten that tone. It also mirrors the way office culture and LinkedIn-style language tend to glorify the very drudgery the song pushes back against.
Q. The vocals teeter between a chant and a war cry, like an office uprising is about to erupt. Did you have a specific scene or setting in mind while recording? Where does this sonic riot take place?
A. The music video just dropped on YouTube and gives a closer look at where this track lives!
Q. On your earlier single “Rhino,” we saw your emotional armor. In “Ode,” it feels like you ripped it off and threw it at the wall. Did this song ever start in a different style or genre and evolve? Or did you know from the beginning it had to sound exactly like this?
A. Like “Rhino,” this song carries a lot of anger, but instead of channeling it through an epic, emotional battle royale universe, it felt natural from the start to pair that anger with a lighter, more energetic sound. I would say it’s very close to how I imagined it coming to life, even in the earliest stages of ideation and songwriting.
Q. Field Trip Day as a name evokes breaking routine, stolen time, and barely-contained chaos. What’s the story behind choosing it? Were you already trying to escape something, or were you creating a space for others who want to break free too?
A. The name Field Trip Day comes from those rare, perfect spring or fall days that feel full of wonder and possibility, like the childhood field trips we once took. They remind us to pause, embrace the moment, and let ourselves feel free and alive. The band started as a personal way to capture that feeling and break out of routine.
Q. No one talks about how office culture can shape your identity as deeply as family or relationships can. Looking back, how has that environment rewired parts of you, creatively, emotionally, or otherwise?
A. I think it’s captured in the first verse: “Oh yeah you're totally right. I didn't know what I was talking about…I should shut my mouth. I never say the right thing.” Certain aspects of office culture definitely challenged my self-confidence and made me second-guess myself, but working through that has helped me become more self-aware and intentional in how I express myself. Creatively, it pushed me to channel that frustration into music, transforming moments of self-doubt into something I can own.
Q. Outside of music, who or what has had the biggest influence on your personal growth or artistic worldview? What shaped the way you see the world, not just how you write about it?
A. For me, there’s always been a sense of magic tied to creativity, especially songwriting. A few years ago, I embraced the idea that the universe sends us signals of inspiration fueling the creative process. Believing in that magic has brought a childlike wonder not just to my art, but to my life as a whole. I often joke that the songs flow through me, and that I don’t choose the words, melodies, or chords; they choose me.
Q. What do you want people to remember most about you after hearing this song and reading this interview? What’s the thing you hope sticks?
A. Remember to be kind, take time to rest, touch grass, and cut your coworkers some slack.
Q. We can't thank you enough for sharing these details, so what’s next? Can you give us the inside scoop on upcoming projects or what fans should be excited about? We’d love for readers to hear what’s coming straight from you.
A. Right now I’m laying the groundwork for something larger that feels like the next chapter unfolding. I’m really excited to see where this journey leads and to bring listeners along with me.
Field Trip Day, thank you so much, we appreciate you taking the time to talk to us!
End Interview
We’re happy to have shared Field Trip Day’s exciting journey with you and uncovered such inspiring insights about their creative process.
