Spiritworld Unleashes "Western Stars & The Apocalypse" Expanding Their Deathwestern Universe
On December 6, 2024, Las Vegas-based metal outfit Spiritworld released their latest single "Western Stars & The Apocalypse," further solidifying their unique position in the metal landscape. This track serves as the first taste of new material since their critically acclaimed 2022 album "DEATHWESTERN".
"Western Stars & The Apocalypse" continues Spiritworld's signature blend of thrash, death metal, and hardcore punk, infused with their distinctive "Deathwestern" aesthetic. The song's relentless pace and crushing riffs are complemented by frontman Stu Folsom's raw, aggressive vocals, delivering lyrics that paint a vivid picture of a post-apocalyptic Wild West.
Produced by Sam Pura at The Panda Studios and mixed by Taylor Young, the track maintains the band's commitment to a raw, uncompromising sound while pushing their sonic boundaries. The accompanying music video, directed by Jim Louvau and Tony Aguilera, brings the song's dystopian themes to life with striking visuals that blend Western imagery with post-apocalyptic horror.
Folsom, the creative force behind Spiritworld, describes the track as "a natural evolution of our sound, diving deeper into the Deathwestern universe we've created. It's about the collision of past and future, where cowboy mythology meets the end times."
The release of "Western Stars & The Apocalypse" coincides with the announcement of Spiritworld's upcoming North American tour, set to kick off in February 2025. The band will be supported by rising acts in the metal scene, promising an explosive live experience for fans.
Spiritworld continues to carve out a unique niche in metal, with their blend of genres and distinctive thematic approach earning them praise from critics and fans alike. Metal Hammer has described their sound as "a furious amalgamation of thrash, hardcore and death metal with a unique twist," while Revolver Magazine hailed their previous work as "one of the most exciting metal releases in recent years."
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