WARHOG, the fierce four-piece metal band hailing from Dallas, Texas, is back with The Dystopian Chronicles, Vol. 2, an EP that takes listeners even deeper into the band’s vision of dark and uncertain futures. Emerging from the shadows of their acclaimed Chronicles, Vol. 1, this second volume expands upon the themes of struggle, survival, and dystopia, adding a haunting emotional depth and stylistic range that’s destined to resonate with fans of heavy, thought-provoking music.
With The Dystopian Chronicles, Vol. 2, WARHOG dives headfirst into the raw edges of possible futures. The EP opens with “Eulogy,” a slow-burn, doomy anthem that explores the immense silence following the death of a star. It’s a track that feels like gazing into a cosmic void and sets a somber, heavy tone for the rest of the EP. The single “Artificial Echoes” then transports listeners into a futuristic world where mechanical voices blend with human echoes, blurring the lines between life and simulation. This is quickly followed by the uncompromising “Kill or Die Trying,” which delves into themes of struggle, resistance, and survival, told from the perspective of military grunts entrenched in an endless space war against a relentless alien enemy.
The EP’s closing track, “Lost Colony,” stands out for its near ten-minute runtime and unusual instrumentation. Acoustic guitars and lush string arrangements weave through the track, capturing the desolate beauty of an abandoned outpost left to the elements. WARHOG’s music is often described as “theatrical and atmospheric,” and “Lost Colony” might be the best testament to that yet—a cinematic experience that could stand as a story all its own.
WARHOG sees The Dystopian Chronicles series as a long-form exploration of our current turbulent world and the potential darkness ahead. Each song spotlights a facet of humanity’s less-than-savory qualities—obsession, violence, a lust for power, and the inevitable lies that fuel them. With The Dystopian Chronicles, Vol. 2, WARHOG continues their journey, breaking barriers in heavy music and bringing their cinematic, genre-blending sound to the masses. This EP marks another chapter in a story that’s only just beginning—one that promises to captivate, haunt, and challenge listeners with every release.
About WARHOG:
WARHOG is a four-piece metal band hailing from North Texas. Formed in early 2020, the group spent the initial days of the pandemic tracking demos and collaborating remotely, culminating in their debut album Call of the Voyager. With a style characterized by driving, rhythmic riffs and melodic, storytelling vocals, WARHOG draws inspiration from classic metal giants such as IRON MAIDEN and BLACK SABBATH. Their mission is to create heavy music that resonates with a broad audience.
WARHOG is:
- Scott Beetley – Vocals, Guitar
- Eric Kendall – Guitar
- Justin Hopper – Bass
- Robert Powers – Drums
Connect with WARHOG:
- Linktree
- Official Website
- Bandcamp
- Patreon
- YouTube
- YouTube Music
- Amazon Music
- Spotify
- Apple Music
- Tiktok
The Dystopian Chronicles Vol. 2 Track List:
- Eulogy
- Artificial Echoes
- Kill or Die Trying
- Lost Colony