The Veer Union and Silent Theory usher you into our current technological hellscape with their thundering and apocalyptic new single Welcome To Dystopia — showcasing today on Tinnitist.
The third single and the title track from The Veer Union’s upcoming album, Welcome To Dystopia is a socially conscious melodic-metal anthem meticulously constructed from volcanic guitars, propulsive drums, horror-movie synths and an oppressive, ominously heavy vibe. The stars of the show, of course, are the soaring vocals and ripped-from-the-headlines lyrics about the chaotic state of the world — a rapidly accelerating downward spiral fuelled by technology. Their solution? Pull the plug:
“Welcome to Dystopia
Welcome to wastelands where the dreams decay
Walking through this life alone
In the heart of the ruins
Where it all began…
“What’s it matter if I’m stuck in the quicksand
Fuckin’ bring the toast, bottom’s up, it was all planned
It’s at the bottom now, drop the curtain, let the walls fall
Time to pull the rug, burn it down, now fuck ’em all
“Lost in the afterglow
Where do the lost souls go?
It’s a place of steel
Nothing’s ever truly real…
Do we ever truly feel?”
“For the past 40 years, technological advancements in robotics have integrated into our daily lives,” The Veer Union explain. “As governments worldwide hasten to incorporate robotics into military and law enforcement uses, it is crucial for humanity to remain vigilant and informed about the capabilities, potential consequences and the agendas of those in charge of these technologies. The situation is both awe-inspiring and alarming.”
Coincidentally, that’s how Silent Theory frontman Dakota Jerns felt about Crispin Earl and The Veer Union’s track. “This song feels like a statement from the point of view of a spectator watching the world burn. When I heard Crispin’s parts, I took them as someone not recognizing the world they once knew and reluctantly coming to terms with this new reality. I wanted to write my parts from the perspective of someone who couldn’t wait for society to collapse. Mirroring that reluctance with willingness. We sat down and worked these parts out together and when we come together in that final chorus, it’s as if those two ideas merge and I really like that.”
As do The Veer Union. “When Silent Theory agreed that they were in on this track we were so stoked!” they say. “When we got into the studio with them there vibe was amazing and when Dakota started throwing down his parts, we knew this was gonna be something special. Working with Dakota and the Silent Theory boys was an honour and a pleasure.”
It’s just the latest benchmark in a long line of achievements for The Veer Union. Earl and his bandmates released their first album independently in 2006. They landed a record deal with Universal in 2008 and garnered their first Top 10 single with their critically acclaimed song Seasons. Since then they have sold over 200,000 albums, garnered more than 180 million streams worldwide, placed 12 Top 40 singles on the Billboard Rock Radio Charts, and earned over 10 million video views.
Welcome To Dystopia will contain all-new material that will once again be a breath of new life with a redefined sound. Fans can expect plenty of sonic, stylistic and lyrical twists and turns.
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