Worcester Musician Warns of Social Media's Grip

Sam Femino's new song 'For All To See' tackles the power of Big Tech

Apr. 14, 2026 at 1:13pm

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An abstract, minimalist illustration using bold black silhouettes and high-contrast colors to represent the themes of social media's influence and the 'fantasies' it creates, as explored in a new song.A conceptual illustration capturing the ominous power dynamics and distorted realities of social media platforms, as explored in a new song by Worcester musician Sam Femino.Worcester Today

Worcester-based musician Sam Femino has released a new album called 'Choose Gnosis,' which includes the slow, ominous piano ballad 'For All To See.' The song addresses the hold that social media companies and Big Tech have on people's lives, with lyrics that describe the 'fantasies' these platforms create 'for all to see.'

Why it matters

Femino's song taps into growing concerns about the outsized influence of social media and technology giants on modern life, as more people become aware of the psychological and societal impacts of constant connectivity and curated online personas.

The details

The song opens with unsettling piano chords that throw the listener off balance, setting the tone for Femino's lyrics about the 'fantasies' created by social media platforms. The slow, ominous nature of the track reflects the weighty subject matter.

  • Femino's new album 'Choose Gnosis' was released in March 2026.

The players

Sam Femino

A musician based in Worcester, Massachusetts who recently released the album 'Choose Gnosis,' which includes the song 'For All To See.'

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What they’re saying

“Creating these fantasies for all to see across these lands.”

— Sam Femino, Musician

The takeaway

Femino's song taps into growing concerns about the outsized influence of social media and technology on modern life, highlighting the need for greater awareness and accountability around the psychological and societal impacts of constant connectivity and curated online personas.