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Haulix New Music Recommendations for December 18, 2020

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Offering something for everyone, the latest new music Friday features Swedish metal legends and Australian pop-punk newcomers.

Life will probably never be the same as it was before the COVID pandemic took the world by storm. Mourning the loss of the world we knew is normal, but it’s important to recognize all the good that continues to exist. Each new week brings us music that has the potential to change countless lives, and this week’s batch of new releases is no exception. There are too many good records for us to mention, but here are four we believe everyone should experience. This is the best new music of the week.

grabyourface – Sea
(Negative Gain)

The new face of modern goth, grabyourface explores the depths of their soul by crafting lush, expansive songs about the human condition. Sea is a six-song collection focusing on mental health. The record addresses how anxiety and depression can inform our worldview while also tackling abuse, PTSD, and more violence in a manner that only they can. If that sounds heavy, it’s because Sea is exactly that, but it’s also one of our favorite EPs of the year. Allow yourself to become lost in the melodies of this record. You never know what you may discover.

American Dream Machine – Deadhearts

For many people, 2020 has felt like an ending, but American Dream Machine might disagree. The modern rock band is releasing its debut album, Deadhearts, this week. The record takes all the uncertainty, stress, and frustrations that many of us feel right now and channel those elements into hard-hitting songs with soaring hooks you won’t soon forget. These 10 tracks flow seamlessly together, and the production from  Kile Odell (Motionless in White, Awake At Last) will no doubt keep you coming back for more.

Stuck Out –
Lie Through Your Teeth (Sharptone Records)

Australians are handling COVID-19 better than most Americans, and now they’re bringing that same skill level to pop-punk. Stuck Out’s four-song Sharptone Records debut brings the energy of Warped Tour and pairs it with a grounded sense of realism. This is about as close to pop-punk for adults as any band can hope to create. It’s a fresh bit of harsh reality set to anthemic song structures that leave you feeling hopeful, even if the world is still falling apart.

WOMBBATH –
Tales of Madness (Transcending Obscurity)

It’s no secret that Europe knows metal. Every other continent may believe they’ve gotten a handle on the medium, but European musicians are heavier, more prolific, and more interesting than any other group on the planet. With that in mind, Sweden’s WOMBBATH delivers a devastatingly brutal epic with Tales Of Madness, an eight-track record that is not for the faint of heart. The release reimagines some of the group’s earliest work, which may be new to fans outside the group’s home country, and takes listeners on an unforgettable journey. Make sure you wear a seatbelt and a helmet when embarking on this ride. 

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Haulix New Music Recommendations for October 16, 2020

Whether you’re looking for breakdowns of the musical or emotional variety, these new music picks have something for you.

Life will probably never be the same as it was before the COVID pandemic took the world by storm. Mourning the loss of the world we knew is normal, but it’s important to recognize all the good that continues to exist. Each new week brings us music that has the potential to change countless lives, and this week’s batch of new releases is no exception. There are too many good records for us to mention, but here are four we believe everyone should experience.

Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown – Pressure (Snakefarm/Spinefarm)

Tyler Bryant has nothing left to prove. After a decade of constant touring and recording, the rock meets blues talent has built a fervent following that any artist would desire. His marketing talents are only outmatched by his musical output, which has been consistently inspiring. Pressure finds a perfect balance between old school aesthetics and a modern outlook that understands our collective yearning for freedom. It’s a fitting soundtrack for quarantine, combining the frustrations of the year with inspiring anthems that will make you want to drive fast and break laws. We wouldn’t blame you for getting into trouble while this plays, but please, don’t blame us for whatever happens next.

Mayday Parade – Out of Here EP (Rise Records)

Emo icons Mayday Parade refuses to rely on the successful output of their past to define the people that they are today. No one would blame the Florida-based rockers for becoming a modern legacy act, touring into irrelevance with greatest hits sets, but the band continues to push forward. As the title infers, Out Of Here plays like the blueprint to an escape plan that listeners will hatch as the EP unfolds. We expect every song on this release to appear in the band’s 2021 setlist, so you better start learning the words now.

Molasses – Through The Hollow (Season of Mist)

Through The Hollow is a constant reminder that the search for artistic greatness is never-ending. The first full-length release from a group of industry veterans, the record revels in the journey that is creativity. The record is both haunting and enchanting, pulling listeners into a world wherever anything is possible, and everything is on the table. It’s the kind of immersive listening experience that all artists strive to deliver, and we imagine anyone who partakes will have a hard time walking away. Through The Hollow will stick with you like muscles to bone.

Lost Symphony – Chapter II (XOFF Records)

Every corner of music has reached a saturation point where virtually any new artist falls in line with someone or more than one talent that came before them. Finding something boldly original is the dream of any genre fan, and the answer for hard rock fans lies in Lost Symphony. A supergroup of sorts, the band combines metal and classical music styles to create a wholly original sound. It’s symphonic, yes, but it’s also far more commercial than any group typically carrying that title. When listeners put on the band’s latest work, Chapter II, they embark on a sonic odyssey they won’t want to quit.

Chapter II is an essential record. Not for metal fans, but everyone. Don’t think twice. Dive in and let Lost Symphony carry you far away from the hellscape that is 2020.


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Haulix New Music Recommendations for October 2, 2020

Boasting a bevy of new music from rising musicians and the latest greatest hits compilation from a modern rock juggernaut, October 9 is a big day for music fans everywhere.

Life will probably never be the same as it was before the COVID pandemic took the world by storm. Mourning the loss of the world we knew is normal, but it’s important to recognize all the good that continues to exist. Each new week brings us music that has the potential to change countless lives, and this week’s batch of new releases is no exception. There are too many good records for us to mention, but here are five we believe everyone should experience.

Bloodbather – Silence EP (Rise Records)

The world needs more bands like Bloodbather. The Florida metal act blurs the lines between chaos and methodical precision with their Rise Records debut EP, Silence. The album boasts unpredictable turns that the majority of rock music is missing, and in doing so, the album creates a listening experience that will keep listeners of all ages on their toes. We don’t know how the group managed to convey so much intensity over so few tracks, but we’re glad they did, and we are already champing at the bit to hear more. Silence is, without a doubt, one of the best breakout releases of 2020.

Eye of the Destroyer – The Wolf You Feed (Self Released)

Eye of the Destroyer is one of the worst kept secrets in heavy music. The duo’s crushing sound has turned heads worldwide, but the forward-thinking band has resisted the urge to join the traditional label system. Their passion for their craft, coupled with a need to work through personal demons, gave life to The Wolf You Feed. It’s a cathartic record that brings healing in the form of relentless sonic aggression. There is nothing like it, and there never will be, so strap in and let Eye Of The Destroyer rock your world.

Lindsay Schoolcraft – Worlds Away (Cyber Proxy)

COVID-19 has stunted the creativity of countless artists, but not Lindsay Schoolcraft. A staple of the gothic metal community for many years, Schoolcraft is channeling her roots on her enchanting solo record, Worlds Away. Accompanied by her electric harp and minimalist production, Schoolcraft takes listeners on an epic journey of the soul. She touches on love and loss, as well as the sacrifices that life in the arts can demand. It’s a record that seems as therapeutic for Schoolcraft as it is for listeners, so grab your friends, light some candles, and have yourself a cry. Things might not get better, but at least we have each other.

Pave The Jungle – The Hissing (Self Release)

The Hissing is the debut EP from UK rock band Pave The Jungle, but you wouldn’t know that by listening to it. The record, which borrows from indie rock and punk with gleeful abandon, sounds like the result of a career already years underway. The songs seek to find understanding in an age of division by examining the minutia of existence. It’s not about world peace or getting everyone to believe the same thing, but of accepting ourselves and relinquishing our evolutionary desire for control. Life is chaos, and The Hissing makes a good argument for embracing the wild ride that is being alive regardless of what tomorrow may bring.

Five Finger Death Punch – A Decade of Destruction Volume 2 (Better Noise)

You don’t need us to tell you that Five Finger Death Punch knows how to write a good rock song. The group’s catalog is packed with anthems of strength and perseverance that have inspired millions to push themselves a bit harder in life. There is no country on the planet where FFDP is unable to fill venues, and the latest volume in their Decade Of Destruction series offers proof that the band has already cemented their place in music history. Of course, the songs are great, including the new tracks available exclusively as part of this compilation. Please turn it on and turn it up. 

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Haulix New Music Recommendations for October 2, 2020

Between surprise solo releases from two rock icons and an incredible new work from metal legends, the first weekend in October is great for new music.

Life will probably never be the same as it was before the COVID pandemic took the world by storm. Mourning the loss of the world we knew is normal, but it’s important to recognize all the good that continues to exist. Each new week brings us music that has the potential to change countless lives, and this week’s batch of new releases is no exception. There are too many good records for us to mention, but here are five we believe everyone should experience.

Laura Jane Grace – Stay Alive (Polyvinyl)

Punk icon and bestselling author Laura Jane Grace gave 2020 a much-needed dose of good news by surprising her fans earlier this week with Stay Alive, the singer/songwriter’s first solo album. Featuring fourteen tracks produced by Steve Albini in early July, the record perfectly depicts the swirling chaos of emotions that many have felt throughout 2020. It’s a record about wanting to be anywhere other than where you are, possibly in someone else’s skin, all while coming to terms with the ever-present need to love ourselves. It’s an album that is both aching for escape and basking in the often overlooked pleasures of being alone, which is to say, it’s a perfect summary of what most of us are dealing with right now. – JS

DevilDriver – Dealing With Demons I (Napalm Records)

Fans of DevilDriver will be happy to learn the metal legends remain at the top of their game. The aptly titled Dealing With Demons I, the first in a planned series of releases, finds Dez Fafara and crew sorting through the things that hold them back. It’s an album about recovery, trauma, and making sense of a world that often seems alien to those who inhabit it. The heaviness of the material is matched by the band’s crushing sound, which pours through your speakers and headphones with the ferocity of wild wolves on the hunt for fresh meat. Other bands in the group’s position could rest soundly with the knowledge they’ve given the world albums that listeners will spin for years to come, but DevilDriver has more to offer. They won’t stop until they drop, and that (hopefully) won’t be for a long time. – JS

Spiritbox – Holy Roller 7” (Rise Records)

Spiritbox is the best new band of this and any other year in recent memory.  Formed in 2017 by husband and wife duo Courtney LaPlante and Michael Stringe, Spiritbox recently signed with Rise Records as part of a partnership between the influential label and Pale Chord. The first product of that deal is this 7”, which packages the group’s breakout single with a remix featuring Crystal Lake vocalist Ryo Kinoshita. The new track doesn’t add length to the song, but it does help make an already brutal song hit a bit harder. That should be enough fans champing at the bit for the band’s next release, which we hope arrives sooner than later. Until then, “Holy Roller” remains a strong contender for song of the year. – JS

Field Medic – Floral Prince (Run For Cover Records)

Blame it on COVID-19 or the isolation that came with it, but many artists are struggling to maintain the creativity they once felt. Kevin Patrick Sullivan may be an exception, and the proof of that lies in Field Medic’s inspiring new release, Floral Prince. Combining songs shared throughout the quarantine era through Sullivan’s Field Medic web series with previously unreleased material, the new record from the Bay Area musical chameleon does not disappoint. The energy on the material here is infectious, with each track benefitting from an undeniable sense of spontaneity. Listeners will not know what to expect from track to track, but they can bet whatever happens next will be just as exciting as what came before. Floral Prince explores love and life with a poetic wit that is destined to keep fans coming back for more. – JS

Greg Puciato – Child Soldier: Creator of God (Federal Prisoner)

The unexpected early release of Dillinger Escape Plan vocalist Greg Puciato’s debut solo album is as surprising as the material itself. Child Soldier: Creator of God is an aggressive, experimental adventure through the celebrated musician’s mind that never disappoints. The release is only available on Bandcamp for the time being, so head over there and check it out! – JS

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Haulix Recommends: Seether – ‘Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum’

Returning with their first new material in three years, Seether delivers one of the year’s most exciting rock albums with Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum.

The history of rock music is littered with bands that exploded onto the music scene with one or two incredible albums before burning out creatively. Those same artists, many of which are active right now, then focus on touring as long as humanly possible with the hopes people never get tired of the songs they wrote years — or even decades — prior. It’s a sad fact of life that is as common as fist pumps at concerts, but thankfully, Seether is not falling victim to that way of life.

Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum, the band’s first album in three years, reminds the world that Seether is a powerful force. Translated to “If you want peace, prepare for war,” the album delivers songs to inspire hope in hard times. Seether has experienced rock bottom first hand, which is a topic they’ve written about at length, and they’re making it clear with this record that they never want anyone else to know those heartbreaking emotional depths. They want to save you or at least encourage you to save yourself.

“Bruised and Bloodied,” an early cut, perfectly exemplifies the sound and message of Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum. Driving, aggressive production provides a riveting backdrop for Shaun Morgan to sing about the realization that the responsibility of happiness and personal development rests on the should of the beholder. People will come and go in this life, some making more significant impacts on you than others, but they cannot do anything to save you from yourself. The world will eat you up and spit you out without a second thought. The universe does not care whether you thrive or drown in a well of sorrow. Life is what you make it, and Seether urge you to recognize that time is running out.

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Haulix Recommends: Kill The Lights – ‘The Sinner’

Combining classic metalcore with a modern edge, Kill The Lights make a bold statement on hard rock’s future with their full-length debut, The Sinner.

Supergroups are held to higher standards than most and Kill The Lights is no exception. Uniting original Bullet For My Valentine co-founder Michael “Moose” Thomas [drums] with Throw The Fight frontman James Clark [vocals], Jordan Whelan of Still Remains [guitar], and Travis Montgomery of Threat Signal [guitar], the band is the creation of people known for consistently raising the bar in the world of metal. Giving the world a mediocre release, or even one that is considered “just okay,” is not an option. If Kill The Lights is going to release something, it has to be great.

“We all loved the idea of having some of those throwback elements with a fresh sound,” exclaims James. “We aimed for something classic either a 15-year-old or 50-year-old could enjoy. It came out naturally by virtue of us working together. It’s not contrived. We give reverence to our influences, but Kill The Lights is its own entity.”

He’s not wrong. While many artists stretch themselves too thin by attempting to appeal to a wide demographic, Kill The Lights overcome generational gaps with ease. Critics will say that is because rock and metal haven’t evolved as much as other music areas in recent decades, but that isn’t true. Today’s young metal acts are more aggressive, brash, and far more reliant on digital trickery than yesteryear artists. The goals remain the same, but the approach has changed, and The Sinner finds a way to bring that evolution full circle in a manner that is equal parts heavy and cathartic. It’s undeniably intense, yes, but there is a lot of heart as well. 

But it’s unclear if their work in other groups is responsible for Kill The Lights sound as much as the experiences the members’ previous bands made possible. Their musical precision is never up for debate, but that would be true whether or not the record or group existed. The album’s real magic is in the way it channels the human condition into rallying cries for people from multiple walks of life and generations without submitting to genre tropes or delivering a scattershot release. The album builds from the opening soundbite that calls for the burial of demons and reclaiming life, to the rapturous cry for strength to persevere the throes of existence on “Unmoved,” The Sinner is the medicine we need to survive the hell that is 2020.

Kill The Lights did what they set out to accomplish with The Sinner. Across eleven tracks, the rock veterans display a firm grasp on their genre while sharing songs of hope and retaliation that are easily accessible for metal fans of all ages. It’s the kind of album that the community needs right now, and it points to a bright future for the group in the years to come.

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Haulix Recommends: State Champs Deliver Heart and New Material on ‘Unplugged’

Arriving amidst an avalanche of acoustic EPs and reimaginings, pop-rock favorites State Champs share a collection of mostly new material that fans won’t soon forget. 

State Champs has never quite fit the mold of an alternative band. Too pop for the punk kids and too punk for the pop world; the upstate New York-based group has always found success on their terms. They don’t need radio or Rolling Stone to pay attention because young audiences around the globe are connecting with their music. Their songs speak to the struggle of growing up and navigating relationships in our increasingly complicated world.

If the age of COVID-19 has given us anything worthwhile in music, it’s a seemingly endless supply of unplugged and reimagined releases. Every week it seems that multiple artists are stripping down or otherwise reworking their biggest hits to keep fans engaged while touring remains impossible. It’s smart business because these releases usually cost very little to produce, but so many artists are attempting to cash in that most EPs of the sort are getting lost in the shuffle.

Enter Unplugged, a simple title for a release that is anything but. Rather than giving into tradition and releasing different versions of proven material, the men in State Champs are giving fans four new tracks (and two acoustic reimaginings—just for good measure) that look toward the future. The intimate nature of the recording allows for the group’s talent to shine through. There is no room for production wizardry or inauthentic lyricism. State Champs share who they are and where they want to be, all while delivering big hooks with catchy melodies.

“10 AM,” one of the lead singles from the Unplugged, captures the release’s energy with a mention of wanting something different. The entire affair feels made for summer, with shimmering electronics on top of a driving acoustic line and drums played with brushes. If it were electric, which it seems destined to become, the song would bring crowds together in gang vocals that emphasize every syllable of the chorus. As is, however, it’s a reflective track about learning to love yourself in times when your best isn’t good enough. 

Another track, “Crying Out Loud,” delivers an instantly memorable riff that gives way to piano accompaniment that adds dramatic heft to the affair. Love and longing remain a focus of the lyrics, but the sentiment is different. After years of rejection, anyone in their right mind would begin to question the value of letting others in. Heartache tends to make us numb. That’s how our hearts and brains work to protect us when we feel hurt. State Champs know that feeling all too well, and they’ve lived long enough to understand it’s no way to live. Love is the one thing worth fighting for, even if it doesn’t seem like it right now.

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Haulix Recommends: Dee Snider – ‘For The Love of Metal Live’

In a time without live music, Dee Snider delivers the thrill of concerts in a way that doesn’t require masks or social distancing.

Rock and roll is one of the few areas in music where hits from two to four decades prior can continue to propel a career today. As a result, many artists considered game-changers in their youth often settle into being musicians who rely heavily on their catalog to drive ticket sales. After all, who doesn’t want to hear the songs of their youth sang by the artists that their parents would never let them see? 

Dee Snider could easily be one of these artists. His work with Twisted Sister revolutionized rock and roll at a time when changes were desperately needed. He’s written more than enough hits to fill a setlist and secure his legacy as a music icon, but being a has-been has never sat well with him. Snider is still on the road and in the studio, pushing his creativity the way he always has, and one gets the feeling that is how he’ll spend the rest of his life. Snider doesn’t want to live in the glory of his past self. He wants to be glorious today, and he works hard to make sure that happens.

For The Love Of Metal Live, Snider’s new live album and concert film features a collection of recordings from festival performances that showcase the metal musician’s continuing talent. The seventeen live tracks breathe new life into his classic hits, as well as deep cuts. It’s a testament to not only Snider’s work ethic but what it takes to remain relevant in music today. Snider’s delivery has never been as tight as it is here, and his band brings the material to life with just enough twists to keep longtime listeners on their toes. It’s everything you could want in a live release, and it raises the bar for other rock veterans who may consider touring in a post-COVID world.

The best surprise of all is a new studio track, “Prove Me Wrong,” which encapsulates the rock god’s feeling toward the passing of time. Snider uses the verses to reflect on his career, both the good and the bad, and refuses to let his past hold him back any longer. “It’s time to move on,” he says before adding, “they had every chance to prove me wrong.” The haters have come and gone just like they always do, but Snider has remained. He is as steadfast in his devotion to rock as ever, and the booming production drives home the notion there is nothing left to say or prove. He is who he is, and that is all he needs to be.

Whether you come for the high-quality live record and performance footage or you want to hear Snider’s new single, For The Love Of Metal Live is an essential addition to an already storied career. The album and film showcase a career musician at peak performance delivering heart and charisma to spare, and in the age of coronavirus, it’s the closest most of us will get to feeling the rush of live music in 2020.

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Haulix Recommends: Sharptooth – ‘Transitional Forms’

On their debut album, Transitional Forms, Sharptooth reminds us of the power music wields and why more artists should use their platform to influence meaningful change.

2020 is giving everyone a lesson in privilege that we won’t soon forget. The vast majority of people now understand the plight of others in a way that is undeniable. Anyone still refusing to acknowledge the discrepancies and advantages that exist due to class, age, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and religion are merely choosing to ignore facts. That lack of acceptance is poisoning our culture and throttling the progress of society. It’s a plague that, like our current pandemic, needs to be stamped out of existence before we can move forward as a species. Empathy and understanding are essential for systemic change, but far too many continue to reveal their positions of privilege by remaining silent. In the words of Sharptooth, wielding such power must be nice.

On Transitional Forms, Sharptooth thrusts a dagger straight into the heart of hate and ignorance with thought-provoking lyricism and chaotic instrumentation. Their sound is propulsive, both musically and lyrically. It’s like a freight train that is racing at such highs speeds that the cars begin to come off the tracks ever-so-slightly. One is always wondering whether the band will maintain the momentum or aggression of what’s transpiring, but disaster is narrowly averted at the last possible second. 

But there are a lot of bands that people describe as being loud and fast. Sharptooth sets themselves apart by turning the tables on their scene, and in doing so, modern alternative music as a whole. The album opener, “Say Nothing (In The Absence Of Content),” pokes fun at the empty mosh calls prevalent in hardcore music while also commenting on how certain artists get away with writing music for the sake of making noise. That isn’t a criticism of those artists as much as it of the scene itself. Groups with people of color or women (or both) are expected to use their platform in a more meaningful way, but others are not. Sharptooth says that they could write the songs everyone else performs, but they wouldn’t get the same praise. Society expects them to do more, say more, and to stand for something. Other groups should be held to those same standards, which is accurate, and the band isn’t afraid to say that out loud.

Transitional Forms is about more than music scenes and whatever stupid rules people try to enforce within it. Much like Sharptooth’s catalog, the album takes aim at numerous political and societal issues. It touches on economic strife, sexual assault, vulnerability, and how far too many people never practice what they preach. It captures the struggle and anger experienced by oppressed people from different walks of life and lays bare the fact that things must change. It’s a call to action as much as it is a razor-sharp criticism of those who continue to walk through life, turning a blind eye to the realities of existence. The group’s travels over the last decade have shown them that most people want things to change, but few are willing to get off their ass and do the work necessary. Sharptooth is already doing their part, so why can’t you?

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Haulix Recommends: Bury Tomorrow – ‘Cannibal’

UK metal favorites Bury Tomorrow take another step toward the upper echelon of heavy music with their fourth studio album.

Anyone who claims that rock and metal are dead is not paying attention. Guitar-driven music may not be the primary focus of radio or pop culture. Still, it’s hard to find anywhere on Earth without people grinding away in a practice space on songs they believe are unique. When the world is more chaotic than ever, rock and metal may be the only areas of music that can save the day. There is a release these genres make possible that no other type of sound can provide. They’re cathartic, but also revolutionary. They can start wars and soothe deep emotional wounds, often simultaneously, and few groups are doing a better job of delivering consistently enthralling material than Bury Tomorrow.

Already recognized as one of the most entertaining and prolific metal acts in the UK, Bury Tomorrow is a band that finds joy in the struggle for perfection. Their records take listeners on a journey from wide-eyed optimism of youth to the colder, more experienced perspective of adulthood without losing sight of hope. The group chooses to embrace the struggles of life as a necessity for improvement, both as a species and as a person. Their songs recognize the need to make the most of each moment that passes, and they urge listeners to make the most of whatever time they have left. 

Cannibal, the band’s explosive fourth studio album, continues this trend while focusing heavily on the importance of mental health. As vocalist Dani Winter Bates explains:

“This album is for me as well as for the fans,” Bates says. “It was a cathartic process to address some of the darkest moments I’ve had in my life. For some people, it’ll be a hard listen. But I thought I have to do this. If I’m going to go in, I’m going to go in. I’m not doing something half-arsed. There is nothing lyrically I would change on this entire album.”

Though it may feel apocalyptic at times, Cannibal is about survival. Bury Tomorrow wants fans to know they are more resilient than they realize. They need listeners to understand that enduring hard times ultimately leads us to better ones, and if we can believe in our ability to overcome whatever scares us, nothing is out of reach. 

While the world burns outside our doors and diseases spread like wildfire, Cannibal arrives when we need it most. It’s a relentlessly heavy and therapeutic record that listeners will celebrate for years to come. 

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