Halestorm have unleashed a new song titled “Darkness Always Wins.” The single offers the first taste of the band’s as-yet-untitled new album, set for release later this year.
“Darkness Always Wins” features Lzzy Hale’s powerhouse vocals on full display, with the song reminiscent of an ’80s power ballad. In fact, there are lyrical nods to the era (intentional or not), with such lines as “running with the shadows” (Pat Benatar) and “fading into black” (Metallica).
Around the 2:30 mark, things get heavier, as Joe Hottinger’s guitar kicks in, followed by a primal scream from Lzzy shortly thereafter.
“‘Darkness Always Wins’ is not a song of hope, nor is it a song of despair,” stated Lzzy of the single. “It is reality. History repeating. Evil prevails and the good depart first. But we are not doomed as long as we persist and keep our fires burning. The war may not be won in this lifetime. But our mission is to pass the torch so that those who follow have a light to fight with.”
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The song was produced by Dave Cobb, known for his work with Chris Stapleton, Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, and others. The upcoming Halestorm album will be the follow-up to 2022’s Back From the Dead.
Halestorm will play the Welcome to Rockville and Boardwalk Rock festivals in the US in May, followed by a support stint on Iron Maiden’s UK/European tour in the early summer. The band will then support Volbeat on a US tour beginning in mid July (pick up tickets here).
Listen to Halestorm’s new single “Darkness Always Wins” below, or via all major streaming services.
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