Metalcore fury ensues on In Shallows’ newest single, “Undertaker.”
The New Hampshire band’s first single from their upcoming album focuses on themes of retribution and marching ahead. Ferocious riffs meet a touch of synth; melodic moments shine but the track never relents in its intensity. Melding modern and classic metalcore elements, there’s as much influence from Polaris as there is from Attack Attack!
“Protect and survive,” growls vocalist Colin Trombley in the breakdown. Chugging guitar glitches and skips, creating disorder. When guitarist Bobby Wharton’s dissonant lead riff kicks in, it pulls everything together into a driving force.
“‘Undertaker’ relates to a time that we went through as a band in order to survive. There were some personal experiences that helped fuel the lyrics and outline the emotions we felt at that time in order to keep pushing forward and not let anything hold us back,” they said of the song’s inspiration.
In Shallows demands changes for the better on “Undertaker.” “Burn a witch at the stake / The more that you lie will desecrate the grave,” Trombley roars in the first verse.
Newest members Matt Pro & Graham Fortier are credited with pushing the band’s songwriting boundaries.
“It's the first time fans will be hearing Matt's voice with the band. The lyrics tell a story with a few easter eggs from previous tracks that we're excited for listeners to hear…With this song, we found a new refreshing energy with Matt and Graham's determination. It's a great feeling to have members who are hungry and want to push the band to the fullest potential.”
In Shallows first full-length album is expected at the end of 2025. “Undertaker” follows last year’s single “World Fire” and a sold-out show at the Worcester Palladium with Devitalized, Nailed Shut, Slamwich, and No Allegiance.
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