PRESIDENT, ‘Blood Of Your Empire’ | The Album Story
Metalcore artist PRESIDENT has previewed their debut album, 'Blood Of Your Empire', ahead of a cover feature in Issue 320 of Rock Sound, discussing how the rapid growth of their fanbase and the weight of expectation shaped the record's creation. The masked musician explores themes of religion, its historical manipulation for power and greed, and their own unresolved spiritual doubts, framing the album as a critique of human corruption rather than faith itself, which matters as it underpins the emotional connection driving the project's fast-growing following.
The artist explains that the album title reflects a personal struggle between belief and doubt, having previously felt "self-destructive" and self-loathing before channelling those feelings into music. Unlike the project's debut EP, written in total secrecy with no expectations, the album—led by tracks such as 'Angel Wings' and 'dark heaven'—was self-produced largely on the road while PRESIDENT supported Architects and Bad Omens on arena tours, blending metalcore, pop hooks and electronic elements.
In short
- PRESIDENT previews debut album 'Blood Of Your Empire' in Rock Sound Issue 320.
- Album explores religion's corruption and the artist's personal spiritual doubts.
- Written and self-produced on tour supporting Architects and Bad Omens.
Explained simply
PRESIDENT is a masked metalcore music project whose following grew quickly after its debut EP. Metalcore blends heavy guitar riffs and shouted vocals with other musical styles; PRESIDENT’s music also uses pop melodies and electronic sounds.
The project’s debut album explores religion, doubt and the ways people have used religious belief to gain power or wealth. Its stated focus is human corruption rather than faith itself, alongside the musician’s personal struggle with belief and self-loathing.
The record was largely made on the road while PRESIDENT supported established bands on arena tours. That fast rise brought greater expectations than the project faced when making its first EP, and helps explain the pressure surrounding the album’s creation.
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