Nathan Wagner - The Antihero

'Killing Time' from the album Filthy Souls which was produced by Adam Kasper (Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Queens of the Stone Age) and recorded at Robert Lang Studios in Seattle.  The album was released on eOne Music Canada in 2014.

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Killing Time

NerdOut - Hard To The Core

"How Do I Be Strong" is a powerful, introspective metal song that delves into the heart of the struggle against overwhelming stress, pressure, and adversity. With its raw, vulnerable lyrics and dynamic musical composition, the song takes the listener on a journey from the brink of despair to the triumph of resilience and self-empowerment.
The song opens with a stark confession of barely holding on, of putting on a brave face while crumbling inside under the weight of the world. The protagonist is at their breaking point, questioning how they can find the strength to carry on in the face of such challenges.
As the song progresses, the theme of fear emerges - the fear that holds one back, that keeps one awake at night. But there's also a glimmer of hope, a determination to push through the pain and mistakes towards victory and a better day.
The chorus is a cry for help, a plea for the strength to fight, to make it through the dark night of the soul. It's a question that many have asked in their darkest hours, and one that resonates deeply with anyone who has faced adversity.
But the song doesn't leave us in despair. The bridge serves as a turning point, a realization that the strength to overcome lies within. It's a moment of self-discovery and empowerment, a commitment to rise above the stress and pass every test.
The outro is a triumphant declaration of resilience and strength. The protagonist has found the might to win the fight, to be strong and set things right. It's a powerful message of hope and perseverance in the face of even the darkest times.
Musically, "How Do I Be Strong" combines the raw intensity of metal with the vulnerability and intimacy of acoustic elements. This dynamic arrangement mirrors the emotional journey of the lyrics, from the quiet desperation of the verses to the explosive triumph of the chorus and outro.
In the end, "How Do I Be Strong" is more than just a song - it's a battle cry for anyone who has ever struggled, who has ever felt like they were at the end of their rope. It's a reminder that we all have the strength within us to overcome, to be heroes in our own stories. And it's a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

How Do I Be Strong

With a goal of throwing out the rule book and using any tools available to best serve the song, heralded Toronto rock outfit Secret Broadcast created a genre bending album that blurs the lines between modern blues rock and and 70s soul. "We let the songs dictate the sound of the record and added whichever instruments best suited each composition" says lead singer Matt Lightstone.  As a result, their new album Penny Arcade combines 70s era Rolling Stones swagger with the blues rock sensibilities of The Black Keys by pairing gospel singers, horn sections, piano and lap steel, with distorted guitar riffs and overdriven vocals. The album features several guest musicians including Christopher Thorn from Blind Melon, who provides his slide guitar virtuosity on the single Only Drug.  

Over the years, Secret Broadcast has shared the stage with the likes of Metric, The New Pornographers and Tokyo Police Club and performed at festivals including CMJ, Juno Fest, and Virgin Festival.  Penny Arcade will be released through Eone Music Canada on June 14th.

Killing Time

Secret Broadcast

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