Photo credit: Pep Williams
Washington, D.C. metalcore pioneers DARKEST HOUR release their new single and video, "Warrior," today. This is the second single from the band’s forthcoming album, Suffer Divine, out on October 30.
“This song showcases our melodic death metal tendencies with a bit of a modern twist," says guitarist Mike Schleibaum. "It draws you deep into a fresh yet familiar DH sound. I love the progressiveness of Nico’s solo, the intricacy of Travis’ drum work, Deal’s devastating low end, John’s vocal delivery, and lyrical density. This album is full of both rage and technicality. It’s furious with focused intent, and this song is a perfect example of that in action.”
Vocalist John Henry adds, “Lyrically, this song is meant to reach out to the intrapersonal warrior. The internal struggle is often the most important battle we ever fight. This song touches on the idea of gaining control of your thoughts, actions, and purpose. It's meant to be fuel for action.”
Acclaimed filmmaker Thomas Mignone directed the accompanying video for “Warrior” for DOOM Inc.
Schleibaum says, "The video for ‘Warrior’ is heavily inspired by one of our favorite movies, Raging Bull AND one of our favorite music videos, ‘Mama Said Knock You Out.’ This video is both fun and tough at the same time.”
DARKEST HOUR ON TOUR
Darkest Hour will also perform as direct support for Fear Factory on U.S. dates this fall, kicking off on November 12 in Springfield, MO, and wrapping with two dates in Los Angeles at The Whisky A Go Go on Nov 28 and 29.
Solo Tour Dates:
11/10 – Cleveland, OH – No Class
11/11 – Indianapolis, IN – Hoosier Dome
Darkest Hour & Fear Factory Tour:
11/12 – Springfield, MO – The Regency Live
11/13 – Wichita, KS – Wave
11/14 – Denver, CO – Oriental Theater
11/15 – Co. Springs, CO – Black Sheep
11/17 – Billings, MT – Pub Station
11/18 – Great Falls, MT – The Newberry
11/20 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
11/21 – Portland, OR – The Hawthorne Theatre
11/22 – Boise, ID – Shrine Social Club
11/24 – Fresno, CA – Strummers
11/25 – San Diego, CA – House of Blues
11/27 – Pomona, CA – The Glass House
11/28 – Los Angeles, CA – The Whisky A Go Go
11/29 – Los Angeles, CA – The Whisky A Go Go
The band has also announced a headlining U.S. tour with direct support from Judiciary. The dates kick off on December 1 in Austin, TX.
12/01 – Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live
12/02 – Dallas, TX – Trees
12/03 – Lawrence, KS – Bottleneck
12/04 – Chicago, IL – Reggies Rock Club
12/05 – Pontiac, MI – Pike Room
12/06 – Pittsburgh, PA – Preserving Underground
12/07 – Toronto, ON – Lee's Palace
12/08 – Montreal, QC – Foufounes
12/09 – Albany, NY – Empire Underground
12/10 – Worcester, MA – The Palladium (Upstairs)
12/11 – Brooklyn, NY – St. Vitus
12/12 – Millersville, PA – Phantom Power
12/13 – Washington, DC – Atlantis
