How difficult it can be to express in words the pain and regret that arise in relationships when misunderstanding become the main characters of a personal drama. Writers transform their deepest feelings into poetic lines and novels, artists into expressive canvases, and musicians into songs.
Among such artists stands out the Boston band The Addition. They transform their personal experiences into powerful hard rock that sends shivers down the spine. And now they present their new single “Shows on Repeat,” anticipating the release of the album “Void Years,” scheduled for spring 2025.
“Shows on Repeat” drags you through a nostalgic haze, where every note feels soaked in raw emotion. The song has this way of pulling you into the thick of it, making you live through the frustration and alienation. The lyrics are the kind that make you sit there, reflecting on those times when no one’s paying attention. The line “you didn’t care” loops in your head like an echo, hammering home the feeling that the main character is screaming into a void.
Then there’s the sense of suffocation—”the air is slipping away”—as if everything around is tightening its grip. And yeah, “everything is so cold” feels more like a state of being than just a passing feeling. The guitars dance between light and heavy, sometimes delicate, sometimes pushing right up to the edge, almost aggressive. It’s like the music itself is fighting to hold on, mirroring the song’s protagonist, teetering on the brink of giving up.
James Karanasios masterfully plays on the contrast between clean, melodic singing and sharp, screaming moments, which gives the track incredible dynamics. The bass and drums do not strive for the center of attention, but, like impeccable partners in a dance, they set the main pulse. This brings the sound of ‘Shows on Repeat’ to life, making it feel truly sincere.
And you know, sometimes it is such music that helps to sort out oneself and one’s feelings. Feel this surge of emotions, be sure to listen to the track “Shows on Repeat”. It is truly worth it! The single is available on all major streaming platforms.
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