New Jersey’s DYING LIGHT is preparing to unveil the next full length offering, The Wicked Crow. The announcement of the new album arrives alongside the first single and video release, “Dust.” With a sound rooted in hard rock with heavy metal influences, The Wicked Crow is scheduled to arrive independently on April 23, 2027.
On the narrative behind “Dust”, DYING LIGHT comments:
“The lyrics paint a tense, cinematic scene centered on a person holding lethal power in a moment of emotional emptiness. An emotional plea gives way to a tense exchange. The victim recognizes the assailant as an empty vessel but also recognizes that outside powers may yet intervene. For one person everything is turned to nothing in one lethal moment. Is it the killer or the victim who was killed?”
Highly rhythmic with a sense of foreboding, “Dust” emerges with a bluesy guitar riff and swampy bass. The driving momentum of the track’s verses subsides upon reaching the melodic choruses. Comprised of call and response vocal lines, the chorus arrangement sees the energy shift and provides space to breathe.
On the creative direction of the forthcoming full length, The Wicked Crow, the band shares:
“This particular album was meant to be heavy with some drop tunings while holding on to our melody and hooks. We hope to plant an ear bug in every song. The lyrical content is always important. We try to tell a story in every song.”
The Wicked Crow was produced, mixed and mastered by Charlie Berezansky at Rival Sound.
About DYING LIGHT:
New Jersey based melodic metal outfit DYING LIGHT formed in 2020 comprised of Jim Haldenwang (guitarist/songwriter), Jeff Ross (vocals), Chris Fritz (bass/vocals), Doug Edwards (guitar) and Shaun Dilliplane (drums). Following Doug Edwards’s exit, Jake Whittaker joined taking on the role of bassist which saw Chris Fritz switch to guitars.
2020 saw the release of DYING LIGHT’s self titled demo album, which was swiftly followed by Far From Life in 2021. Showcasing a progression in their sound, Shallow Grave arrived in early 2023 with 2025 bringing the release of The Slumber.
Drawing inspiration from across hard rock and metal’s subgenres, DYING LIGHT’s sound carries a classic metal foundation that balances aggressive riffs with melodies and memorable hooks. Thematically the band explores themes of mental illness, addiction, toxic relationships, violence, and despair.
DYING LIGHT Is:
Jeff Ross – Lead Vocals
Jim Haldenwang – Guitar, vocals
Chris Fritz – Guitar, Vocals
Shaun Dilliplane – Drums
Jake Whittaker – Bass
Connect With DYING LIGHT:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dyinglightnj
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dyinglightnj
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dyinglightdyinglight7159
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/37mizXFxbj4jAkzYwPZvQA?si=OUh-T3pyTl2jkbLYTHrv3Q
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dying-light/1098109963
The Wicked Crow Track List:
1. The Wicked Crow 4:34
2. New Religion 4:08
3. Dust 4:38
4. Your Roses 4:38
5. The Beautiful Ones 5:46
6. Witchery 4:42
7. The Fire 3:39
8. Autumn 3:48
9. DYKMN 3:19