A fierce, anthemic and hard-hitting offering, ‘Sleep When I’m Dead’ finds its identity in modern, emo-flavoured alt-rock, packed with tight distortions and galloping, electronic drums. What we appreciate about the record the most is its ability to remain very friendly and approachable. In other words, ‘Sleep When I’m Dead’ is catchy and relatable while delving into pretty alternative territories.
It’s a win-win for us. Lyrically, the single is incredibly empowering, motivating the listeners to pursue their own goals with a bold and strong attitude. There is certainly a big audience for such a tune out there, and Autumn Kings know it well. Hailing from Detroit, the talented group has been building a fair amount of industry support around them, a sign that things are moving in the right direction.
‘Sleep When I’m Dead’ is shipped with an enchanting music video, made by Justin Everest using AI-assisted tools. Speaking about it, the group explain: “Rain, magic forces, powerful antagonists: they’re all present and formidable. Yet the message in the track is impossible to miss. No matter how desperate things get, the Autumn Kings refuse to be defeated, or even deterred”.
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