DAL AV x DEREK HUNG Break Boundaries With New Metalcore Single ‘Diluted Dreams’

Emerging as a compelling collaboration in the metalcore sphere, DAL AV joins forces with vocalist and lyricist DEREK HUNG to release their latest single “Diluted Dreams”, a riff-driven anthem that melds aggressive intensity with melodic dynamics. The track marks a deliberate blend of modern metalcore’s sharp edges and progressive ambition.

From the opening bars, “Diluted Dreams” charges forward with tight double-bass, syncopated guitar chugs and soaring melodic leads that give space to Hung’s expressive vocal delivery. Layered within the mix are sweeping ambient textures and electronic nuances, pushing the song beyond sheer aggression into cinematic territory. The production is clean yet monstrous — each punch feels grounded, each melody fiercely uplifted.

Lyrically, “Diluted Dreams” confronts the notion of ambition compromised — when vision becomes diluted by expectation, fear or fatigue. Hung’s vocal lines alternate between searing screams and heartfelt cleans, capturing both the anguish and drive that fuel the track. DAL AV’s instrumentation complements this theme, transitioning through melodic passages and brutal breakdowns with seamless intent. The result is metalcore not just as catharsis, but as contemplation.

With this release, DAL AV and DEREK HUNG signal their readiness to stake a claim in the genre’s evolving landscape. “Diluted Dreams” proves that metalcore can be both visceral and visionary — unafraid to explore texture and theme while delivering impactful heaviness. If this single is any indication, both artists are primed to leave a lasting mark.