One of the more classic Northlane-sounding tracks on Obsidian, “Plenty” is a bleak look at forsaking reincarnation, with its perplexing time-signature bookending a delicately soaring chorus. As frontman Marcus Bridge wrestles with the idea of another go at life, the sentiment will stay with you long after the final breakdown fades away.
THE OKLAHOMA KID stands for breathtaking modern metal that bridges the gap between technical intricacy and energizing rhythms. Since their formation in 2012 the band – consisting of David J. Burtscher, Fred Stölzel, Robert Elfenbein, Tomm Brümmer and Andreas Reinhard – has consistently pushed the envelope and have established their foundation in the German metal scene.
“Nothing On” is accessible from all angles and sees Slowly Slowly expertly strike the balance between frivolity and depth. Listeners on the outskirts of the band’s world will be drawn in by its dance and pop-esque sensibilities; meanwhile, faithful Slowly Slowly listeners will equally notice this tune’s heartache-tinged qualities and the depth of its storytelling.
Hollow Front vocalist Tyler Tate shares that “Comatose” is ultimately about battling against depression while living in the hopeless, nightmarish world situation of the pandemic. Specifically, the song explores him being left with a comatose-like feeling after having live music, life purpose, and meaning ripped from underneath him due to restrictions.
“The idea of this song is about a person being intentionally difficult even though happiness wants to find him/her,” Hranica says, giving the listener a deeper insight into the powerful subject matter. “In handling my own mental health struggles, I’ve found that I oftentimes never choose contentment on a fundamental basis: almost like I’ve skipped Step One.
London three-piece PUPPY can today announce that their brand new, 2nd album “Pure Evil” will be released on May 6th through Rude Records.
Berlin post-hardcore trio Future Palace headed into 2022 strong. The band released two singles, “Paradise” and “Heads Up,” as heard on SiriusXM Octane Test Drive and already streamed over half-a-million times. Now they are sharing the video for the new song “A World in Tears.”
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