Bass maestro Jessica Audiffred and powerhouse singer-songwriter GG Magree are paying homage to No Doubt with an electronic take on “Don’t Speak” via Monstercat Uncaged. No Doubt has solidified their status as a cultural ground stone across multiple generations, with their influence continuing to resonate strongly in today’s musical landscape. Their multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated, chart-topping record “Don’t Speak” stands as a generational anthem, still capable of igniting spirits among crowds in today’s era. As No Doubt prepares to reunite after nearly a decade at Coachella Music Festival next month, their legacy continues to withstand the test of time – highlighted by Jessica Audiffred and GG Magree’s powerful electronic cover of “Don’t Speak,” which adds a modern twist to the band’s timeless classic.
Jessica Audiffred and GG Magree were driven by their deep admiration for Gwen Stefani and her groundbreaking impact on their musical journeys. As Jessica and GG resonate with Gwen’s artistic essence and look up to her as a female trailblazer, reimagining “Don’t Speak” felt inevitable with their shared respect and personal connection to the record as young women. “Don’t Speak” had a significant impact on Jessica growing up; Gwen Stefani’s stage presence was captivating, and as a young child watching it on TV, it inspired her to aspire to that same level of edginess and originality. Evoking nostalgia for GG, she recalls experiencing a breakup and finding a newfound sense of empowerment as a woman when she first listened to the record – nodding to Gwen’s strength and powerful persona portrayed in the music.
Jessica’s electrifying bass production has taken her to become the 1st female dubstep act to headline the iconic Hollywood Palladium and founder of Mexico’s first bass festival, Mad House: DOOM, and GG’s powerful vocal and guitar skills, the duo transformed the iconic ’90s hit into a bold genre-bending statement that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in electronic music. The accompanying music video showcases the behind the scenes of Jessica and GG making the record, while the duo ride around Los Angeles in a 1968 Buick LeSabre.
Jessica Audiffred shares, “I’ll always remember “Don’t Speak” specifically because the lyrics were so simple yet so impactful at the same time. Gwen has always been able to deliver in that way. I’ve always wanted to create a fun style of Bass that people want to hear over and over again and that makes them happy. I feel like this cover creates such a special atmosphere in my sets and I love how the audience sings along, it creates very memorable moments.”
GG Magree adds, “Jessica and I wanted to make the classic hit “Don’t Speak” uniquely ours and have listeners hear it through a different context. We still wanted to have listeners cling to the original melody of the song with the guitars, however, I wanted to hit it with a more grungy, raspy tone. This cover embodies mine and Jessica’s love for bass music combined with our 90s punk roots. I mean who doesn’t love No Doubt.”