‘Breathe Again’ is a thunderous rock anthem that channels the arena shattering grandeur of classic 70s giants from the Despair Collective. This Buffalo based duo of Dana Fogle and Mike Longo have created a sound that pays homage to Queen and Pink Floyd, but have forged a thrilling modern identity all their own.”From the moment the opening riffs pierce the air with their searing intensity, ‘Breathe Again’ instantly transports you into a realm of unrestrained rock ‘n’ roll rapture.
‘Breathe Again’ grabs your attention from the opening riffs. Longo’s guitar work soars with unbridled energy, while Fogle’s pulsing bass and atmospheric synths provide an immovable foundation. The track was recorded at Watchmen Studios and produced by Doug White, and features a massive ‘wall of sound’ production that engulfs the listener. Underneath the sonic heft, there’s a palpable sense of grit and vulnerability, as the lyrics delve into themes of self discovery and resilience. The Despair Collective manages to strike the cinematic scale of 70s rock titans and the industrial metal of modern acts like Rammstein, sounding reverential and fiercely original.
The thing that makes ‘Breathe Again’ so compelling is how it manages to be arena ready bombast, but with a distinctly human touch. But the songwriting never loses its emotional core, and the production values are stadium sized. ‘Breathe Again’ is a track that needs to be heard live, turning the listener into a participant in a cathartic, soul stirring ritual for fans who crave a return to rock’s uncompromising spirit, it’s a chance to reconnect with the genre’s enduring power and embrace the sonic innovations of the now. The Despair Collective has created a modern rock anthem that will leave an indelible mark.
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