Polaris on Honoring Ryan Siew With ‘Without You’ & Their Good Things Return
Polaris have released “Without You”, their first new song since guitarist Ryan Siew died in 2023. The Australian metalcore band say the track recognises Siew’s irreplaceable role and marks the start of learning to speak about their loss through music.
Drummer Daniel Furnari described releasing the song as bittersweet and cathartic, while guitarist Rick Schneider said Siew’s absence was felt during writing. The band continued touring after his death, with members agreeing they were ready to return; they are now preparing to appear at Australia’s Good Things Festival.
- Polaris released their first new song in three years.
- “Without You” addresses Ryan Siew’s death and lasting influence.
- The band continued touring and will play Good Things Festival.
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Polaris is an Australian metalcore band. Guitarist Ryan Siew, a central figure in their music, died in 2023.
After Siew's death, Polaris continued their touring schedule. The band members indicated they were ready to move forward, and they have since returned to writing and recording new material.
Siew was crucial to Polaris's creative output, making his death a significant loss for the band. Their new song "Without You" marks the group's first musical response to his loss.