Knocked Loose Unleash Wild New Single ‘Suffocate’ Featuring Poppy

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In a relentless onslaught that defies convention, Knocked Loose has upped the ante with their latest single, ‘Suffocate’.

The track, characterized by bludgeoning blastbeats and chaotic fury, takes an unexpected turn with a dance-y, syncopated groove infused with the most concussive reggaeton rhythm imaginable.

What’s the catalyst for this genre-bending collaboration? None other than Grammy-nominated pop-meets-metal maven, Poppy, who reached out to frontman and vocalist Bryan Garris to propose a team-up. “I am a huge fan of Knocked Loose and honored to be on this one,” shares Poppy.

The collaboration sparked a creative fire within the band, propelling them into uncharted territories. Guitarist Isaac Hale reflects on the experience, stating, “It was so fun because her voice allowed us to expand our palette and do some weird, off-the-wall things that we maybe wouldn’t do in another song. We felt that because we had Poppy’s voice involved, it allowed us to kind of push the boundaries of what we thought was feasible.”

The single, accompanied by an official music video directed by Eric Richter, is now available for listeners to experience the electrifying fusion of two distinct musical worlds.

But ‘Suffocate’ is just a taste of what’s to come from Knocked Loose. Their forthcoming album, ‘You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To’, promises a diverse, cohesive, and savagely aggressive musical journey. The band, hailing from Louisville, has spent a decade refining their sound, and this album showcases their evolution as both musicians and storytellers.

The title of the album itself hints at the emotional depth within the music. Garris explains that it stems from a personal experience during a turbulent flight, where a stranger’s words provided unexpected solace. Yet, despite the reassurance, the album doesn’t shy away from exploring the darker aspects of the human experience.

‘You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To’ dives into themes of mental and spiritual anguish, offering listeners a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the band’s inner workings. From blastbeat-driven fury to seismic breakdowns, the album encapsulates Knocked Loose’s most extreme impulses while incorporating ear-catching hooks and evocative samples.

Producer Drew “WZRD BLD” Fulk, nominated for a Grammy, brings his pop sensibility to the table, enhancing the band’s hardcore foundation with boundary-pushing textures and samples collected over the years. Guitarist Isaac Hale sums up the album’s ethos: “Instead of branching off into a specific direction, we want to encompass ALL directions.”

Despite their uncompromising heaviness, Knocked Loose continues to push boundaries and explore new musical territories. Their presence at mainstream-adjacent festivals like Coachella and Bonnaroo in 2023 demonstrates their ability to captivate audiences beyond the hardcore scene. However, at the core of their music remains an undiminished ferocity, a testament to their unwavering dedication to the genre.

‘You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To’ is not just an album; it’s a testament to Knocked Loose’s journey thus far and a glimpse into the limitless potential of what’s to come. With each track, they defy expectations, reaffirming their status as pioneers in the hardcore scene.