by Jane Lambert

Revvnant’s Brand New Album “Death Drive” – A Dark, Genre Defying Journey Through Human Nature

Revvnant’s brand new album Death Drive is a record forged from emotional intensity, political awareness and something of an unflinching reflection on the state of the world.

Across its eight full songs and one experimental interlude, the album explores despair and rage as well as moments of fragile hope, pulling the listener into its atmospheric vortex.

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The tracks themselves are as diverse as they are visceral with each one carrying a specific narrative. The opener “Death Cult” lashes out at Christian Nationalism with ferocious energy, while “Horror” functions as a call to action against the rise of American fascism.

“Rise” is a meditation on climate despair, pairing mournful piano with swirling Mellotron, Moog synths and hypnotic drum programming. “Alien World” reflects on the disorientation of the Covid pandemic, whereas “Neukölln” captures the tension between depression and wanderlusting euphoria. Songs like “Rusted Hearts” and “Damascus” witness urban poverty, addiction and cycles of extreme violence across the globe, meanwhile the closing track “Into the Grey” channels the awe and terror of mountains into a sprawling and immersive sonic landscape.

The production on this album is a careful balance between an expansive sound and something more inwardly intense. Schutzman recorded and produced the majority of the album in his home studio, layering piano, synthesizers, drum programming and vocals with a meticulous ear.

Guest musicians include guitarists, bassists, drummers and backing vocalists who all add a depth and texture that enhances the album without overshadowing its overall core vision. All vocals were recorded and the album mixed by J. Robbins at Magpie Cage Studio in Baltimore, and mastered by Paul Logus at PLX Mastering.

What makes Death Drive particularly compelling is its texture and the way it combines different influences. From the brooding and dark atmospherics of industrial and doom, the hypnotic pulse of trip hop, and the melodic sensibilities of dream pop all converge. There is an overall tension throughout between glimmers of beauty and hope, with chaos and doom, hope with despair, all mirroring the human impulses it explores.

Schutzman explains:

“The underlying theme of this album is in the title – Human nature’s fundamental drive toward self destruction, as exemplified by our current world.

David Lynch once said he didn’t like making films with only one genre. I’m the same way with my music. I love for a band like Radiohead is equally important to the inspiration I take from Black Sabbath. The power of Paul Simon’s songwriting has shaped me as much as that of Trent Reznor.

I let all of my influences bleed together, consciously and unconsciously, until they stew into something I hope resembles like originality. The sound can make ‘industry’ people scratch their heads, but I don’t care. It’s who I am musically, and can’t do anything to hide it.”

For listeners willing to engage, Death Drive is an immersive and truly thought provoking journey. It’s music that demands attention, reflection and shows Revvnant’s commitment to intensity and artistic integrity.

About Revvnant

Revvnant is the creation of Elias Schutzman, formerly the drummer for The Flying Eyes and Black Lung. Moving beyond percussion, Schutzman embraced analog synthesizers, drum machines, Mellotron, fuzz pedals and lead vocals to create a project that draws inspiration from trip hop, dream pop, industrial and doom.

Although this is primarily his solo vision, Revvnant often expands into a collaborative collective, featuring contributors on guitar, bass, drums, keys and backing vocals. The project’s first show was a sold out support slot for Orville Peck in 2019, followed by appearances at festivals such as Freak Valley Festival, sharing stages with Black Mountain, High On Fire, and Red Fang.

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03.28.25

by Jane Lambert

DIEMETIC Breaks the Mold with Bass-Heavy Chaos on New Release “Bored”

Following the explosive success of Beat Em, DIEMETIC and Lostrønaut return with “Bored”.

This is a track that takes the heavy, groove driven intensity of its predecessor and warps it into something even more unpredictable.

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It’s the kind of sound design that makes Bored feel alive, constantly evolving as it moves forward. Where Bored really shines is in its movement.

DIEMETIC and Lostronaut aren’t content with just throwing out a heavy drop and calling it a day. Instead, “Bored” keeps you guessing with rhythmic switch-ups and unexpected twists that maintain a relentless energy while keeping the listener engaged.

Thematically, the title “Bored” is an ironic choice. This track is anything but dull. Instead, it shows the relentless creative drive of its producers. Rather than re-hashing the same formulas, DIEMETIC and Lostrønaut expand it to innovate, injecting their own personality and unpredictability into their sound.

Andrew Heffernan from Diemetic says:

“After the success of Beat Em, which has amassed nearly 100k streams on Spotify, Lostronaut and I felt like we had tapped into something special – an energy that resonated with fans of heavy, groove-driven dubstep. That track set the bar high, so when we got back in the studio, we wanted to create something that kept that same raw intensity but with a fresh approach.

The track name came naturally because, at the time, we were restless – we were bored of the usual formulas and wanted to break the mold. The result is a track that’s raw, wobbly, and full of movement, hitting hard while keeping the energy fresh. The recording and production process was all about controlled chaos. We experimented with different bass modulations, layering textures to create something that felt alive. Every wobble, every switch-up, was placed with the intent of keeping listeners on edge. This wasn’t just about making a heavy track – it was about making a statement. Bored isn’t just another banger; it’s a reminder that dubstep can still evolve, still surprise, and still hit with undeniable force. If Beat ‘Em showed what Lostronaut and I could do together, Bored is proof that we’re only getting started.“

There is an undeniable swagger to “Bored”. It’s an attitude that says “we’re not here to play it safe.” And it’s exactly this fearlessness that makes Bored stand out in a sea of bass music releases.

In a world where heavy dubstep often falls into patterns of predictable builds and cookie-cutter drops, “Bored” is a refreshing reminder that the genre can still be thrilling, dynamic and, most importantly, fun.

And with this new release, DIEMETIC and Lostrønaut show that the success of Beat Em was just the beginning.

Expect to hear “Bored” dominating festival sets and underground raves alike.

About DIEMETIC

DIEMETIC, the Edmonton-based bass house innovator, has been a driving force in the electronic music scene since 2015, creating high-energy productions and chart-topping releases.

Known for his relentless grooves and hard-hitting sound design, DIEMETIC has performed on major festival stages across North America and internationally, cementing his place as a force to be reckoned with in bass music.

Together, DIEMETIC and Lostrønaut have proven to be a formidable duo, with Beat Em racking up nearly 100k streams and their latest collaboration, Bored, setting a new standard for controlled chaos in bass music.

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11.11.22

by Jane Lambert

The “One Man Punk Band” Gunnar Gill Shares His Cathartic Punk Rock Song “Who’s the Real Coward”

“I always had anger issues growing up, and I never found a healthy way to let things out until I discovered the drums and writing my own music,” says punk rock artist Gunnar Gill, also known as the “One Man Punk Band.” “I like aggressiveness; I like things hardcore; and I like making high-energy music that makes people want to jump around.”

Gunnar Gill cuts a striking image, flaunting a high-rise mohawk, and clad in a tank top and well-worn jeans. The 19 year old West Palm Beach, Florida-based singer, songwriter, drummer, and multi-instrumentalist is punk’s newest raging rebel rocker. Gunnar is a singular talent who combines 21st-century attitude with a throwback lo-fi classic punk sound.

His newest punk rock single, “Who’s the Real Coward,” is a cathartic release of anger through the aggressive sound of punk rock. The song was inspired by an old ex-bandmate of Gunnar who talked about Gunnar behind his back. Essentially, he was using Gunnar for his musical abilities. The betrayal permeates the music with the barked vocals and a dizzying display of blast-beat drumming

Gunnar’s music melds the anthemic pop-punk of artists such as Blink 182 and Green Day with the stoned poetics and, sometimes, vulgarities of rapper Mac Miller. “I like to sneak in lyrics that make people turn their heads, and go ‘what did he just say?!’,” Gunnar says laughing. He travels the state of Florida performing as a “one man punk band,” dazzling audiences with his showmanship as he jumps from guitar to drums. Gunnar has also enlisted a motley assortment of his musical partners in crime for the Gunnar Gill Band. Gunnar fans are highly-engaged online, and many of his videos have reached 10,000 views and beyond.

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11.02.22

by Jane Lambert

The Progressive Rock Fusion Band Siren Share Their New Album ‘Beyond the Rainbow’

American band Siren has released their brand new album Beyond the Rainbow.

This is an album that you can truly become immersed in; raw, authentic, contemporary metal rock. The opening track “Lawless Life” starts with a progressive metal guitar riff. The lyrical “High Wire” and “Sympathetic Response” are more laid-back rock songs, written by Mike and Rob Phillips.

Many songs on this album are unexpected, in the sense that musically it is extremely tight and well written, as well as experimenting with different musical concepts. Siren have really gone the extra mile with this new release.

¨When we began writing Beyond the Rainbow, we would write as a group with the exception of ‘High Wire.’ ‘Empty Ocean,’ and ‘Sympathetic Response,’ which Mike and I wrote. Normally Mike and I will bring the songs to the band, and let them work out their parts. A process we have gone back to for our upcoming material, as it seems to work much better for the writing process.” – Rob Phillips

When Phillips had sought to reunite the band back in 2005 with drummer/engineer Mike Cupino, and a new musical direction, the band did release their first Siren album called “Don´t Mind”. It wasn´t until much later, as three new band members joined the group, that the musical sound developed even more.

Today, Siren exists with the same lineup as previous releases, except for the lead guitarist. Todd Grubbs replaces Leo Boland as the lead guitar, and brings a guitar virtuoso which really makes the band stand out with a progressive, fusion style.

The first track on the album, “Lawless Life” was released earlier this year as a single to much critical acclaim, together with a music video produced by Nathan Mowery. With influences such as The Beatles, Led Zeppelin and Foo Fighters, it is hard not to enjoy this eclectic blend of progressive rock.

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08.24.22

by Jane Lambert

Video Voyager: Siren’s “High Wire”

Siren is the progressive fusion band of rock, metal, blues, and jazz, who are making strides with their latest release, the classic rock “High Wire.” The music video already has over 150K views on YouTube. The song is a metaphor for the music industry and the music labels that run it. Visually, the video depicts a clown (the musician) trying to catch the attention of the high wire girl (labels) by any means necessary. He does everything he can think of, like riding a unicycle and playing with fire. It isn’t until he leaves the confines of the circus tent (music industry at large) that he is finally able to get the girl.

We spoke with Siren about their video, so let’s see what they had to share:

Tell us the story of “High Wire”, and why did you choose to visualize this song specifically in this way?

“High Wire” is a metaphor for the music industry. The music industry is like a circus. The clown is the artist and the High Wire girl is the music industry. I think all Clowns would prefer to be the main attraction like a circus performer instead of a side show act. There is a pecking order even in the circus world just like the music industry. Even Clowns can dream of greatness and sometimes as in this song come out on top.

What was the inspiration behind the video?

We envisioned taking the viewer into another world that exists within the circus tent. The relentless struggle and uphill battle the clown faces everyday to achieve his most fond desire of the High Wire girls love regardless of the cost. Our clown character was broken and burned but he never lost sight of his desires. He eventually triumphs in the end winning the heart/love of the High Wire girl. Rarely does the clown get the girl and in our story he does.

What was the process of making this video?

The video storyboard took a couple months to be completed. Mike and I had discussed a Black and White concept with only red standing out. The script for the story was basically the lyrics for the song. I had the idea for the old silent film intro at the beginning which worked out very well. Nathan, our video producer found the intro sound track that fit perfectly. This was the second time we had worked with Nathan’s company Kind Punk. He not only directed this video but was the main character the Clown. The High Wire artist was a joy to work with and she is not only beautiful but, She is also a very good actress. The video filming was somewhat difficult as the temperatures that day were in the 90’s and we were not getting a lot of air inside the circus tent. In the end it was worth it all. The video is like a mini movie that ties in with the song and lyrics. A great job by everyone involved!

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07.27.22

by Jane Lambert

Video Voyager: Jeff Hilliard’s “Abandon”

Jeff Hilliard is an award winning video producer and director who’s newest work, “Abandon,” is a visual and musical marvel. His vision for the song couldn’t have been done without a video. This metal ballad and heavy rock song is catchy and easily gets stuck in your head. The video is one that you watch many times to not just listen to the song, but try and find new things with each viewing.

We got a chance to speak with Jeff about his video. Let’s dive in:

Tell us the story of this song, why did you choose to visualize this song specifically in this way?

Well I wanted to do an 80’s metal ballad, I thought it would be funny to tell the story of Dwight a 49 year old Uber driver that still holding onto his 80’s metal fantasy while living at home with his mother. He has a one stand with a married lady and he can’t let it go. While writing the song I knew I had to make a music videos for it, it’s just too good. The only way I good see the video was to make it verbatim to the song.

What was the inspiration behind this video?

I wanted to stick with the classic 80’s metal music video except my hero was not the cool guy.

What was the process of making this video?

They are all pretty much the same… I tell my team it’s time to do another and we set out and make it happen. I work with a brilliant cinematographer John Orphan and editor Bobby Hewitt. We work very well together and have a lot of fun making them.

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