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“Those who dominate and cause pain will ultimately reap what they sow”: In This Moment announce new album Witch, release anti-abuser single Crawl
Grammy-nominated metal band In This Moment have announced their ninth studio album, Witch, and released its lead single, Crawl, alongside a music video. The song is framed as a pointed statement against abusers of power, marking the California band's latest musical comeback and giving fans their first taste of new material ahead of the album's release.
Singer Maria Brink described the track's lyrics as "a reckoning" reflecting that "those who dominate and cause pain will ultimately reap what they sow", adding that "the fall is inevitable" for those who once held power over others. Guitarist Chris Howorth called Crawl "a visceral track" addressing the recurring pattern of powerful figures abusing weaker, compromised people throughout human history. The single was released on 17 July, with further details on Witch expected to follow.
In short
- In This Moment announce ninth album, Witch, with lead single Crawl
- Song addresses abuse of power; Maria Brink calls it "a reckoning"
- Single released 17 July with accompanying music video
Explained simply
In This Moment is a Grammy-nominated metal band from California with a theatrical approach to their music and live performances. The group, fronted by singer Maria Brink and guitarist Chris Howorth, has released eight studio albums and built a following for their conceptually ambitious work.
The band's music frequently explores dark themes and social commentary through storytelling and visual presentation. Their ninth album, Witch, continues this pattern, with the lead single Crawl addressing abuse of power and what the band describes as inevitable consequences for those in positions of authority who dominate and harm others.
Metal music has traditionally provided a space for artists to address difficult social and human topics. For In This Moment, this new album represents their return with fresh material and the continuation of their artistic exploration of complex thematic narratives.
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