“Suffocating” follows a relationship pushed past its limit: the turn from heartbreak into resentment, and the resolve to let go. Danny Knapp plays bass guitar on the track and in the official music video, which premiered October 15, 2026. He co-wrote the music with We’re No Gentlemen.
About the video
The video was shot in Santiago Canyon and at historic Cook’s Corner. Santiago Canyon Road winds through the Santa Ana Mountain foothills, one of the last stretches of rural country in the area, and Cook’s Corner sits where Santiago Canyon, El Toro and Live Oak Canyon roads meet. The building dates to 1884 and has served as a restaurant and a roadhouse. Since 1975 it has been a gathering place for motorcycle clubs. The band produced the video, with the story developed together with director Andrew Edward. It is hosted on the We’re No Gentlemen YouTube channel.
Gear on this video
Danny played his black Sandberg California VM5 “Enigma” with S.I.T. PowerWound nickel strings. More on his setup is on the gear page.
About We’re No Gentlemen
We’re No Gentlemen is an emo/alt-rock band based in Southern California. The lineup is Amanda Gabel (vocals), Vince Gudino (drums), Danny Knapp (bass guitar) and Alex Messano (guitar). More on the We’re No Gentlemen project page.
For artists and producers
Danny contributes to the writing and production of original material as well as the bass parts. Artists and producers can see the session bass page for recording work, or the contact page to start a conversation.