Known for his ability to seamlessly shift from genre to genre, Mark Henes has established himself as a versatile and reliable performer with a deep knowledge of American music. With the casual defiance of “Strip Me Down” he embraces the golden era of pop punk, adding to his already impressive catalog.

One of Henes’ great strengths is his ability to create instantly memorable hooks. That ability is on full display here, as he sets up a huge chorus over a wall of gritty power chords. “How do you have the nerve to walk around the way you do,” he sings his voice full of conviction and confrontation. The message is simple and direct, showing a young artist at the peak of his powers. “Strip Me Down” is available everywhere now.