Norwegian metalcore artist STORM is making waves with his latest single "Walking Dead." The 16-year old has crafted a haunting, yet explosive, track that dives deep into themes of perseverance, feeling lost, and the fight for freedom.
"Walking Dead" does it all when it comes to the storytelling in the lyrics itself. Painting a powerful portrayal of our own internal battles, with the exhaustion of trying to fit in, and pushing to escape. The raw, reflective passion in every word helps tie everything together during those moments of pain or frustration, which is a feeling we all can relate to at some point in our lives. A few lyrics that I found that listeners might resonate with are: "I dress in ways that don't conform," and "My thoughts diverge, against the norm. When they choose blue, then I choose red." These covey the heaviness of feeling alone and the constant struggle of escaping the disconnect from ourselves.
As the energy amplifies during the track, STORM's vocals also reflect the intensity of the song. The fierce range in tone of the song helps listeners really get that "feeling" of the track. The divergence between controlled verses followed by the forceful chorus helps each lyric hit even harder, grabbing the attention of listeners, which pulls out so much emotion during the entire song. It's not just another typical metalcore song, but a powerful, gut-punching experience.
Following the lyrics and vocals are the amplifying instrumentation throughout. The track starts off with a dark and atmospheric sound coming from the guitar riffs and resonant drum kit, which quickly progresses as the song picks up after the first verse. The lively shifts between the more understated emotional dips, and vibrant aggressive breaks help emphasize the versatile harmonies with the music itself, leaving the soundscape of the music to come alive from a story aspect.
STORM has truly brought this song to life and created a piece that speaks to listeners. His ability to use personal experiences and turn them into such a dynamic track really proves his talent as an upcoming artist. If you haven't already, check his music out, as this is just the beginning of his transformative career.
