UK emo/rock trio Holding Absence have returned with their first single in three years, ‘Whispers of a Dream‘.
That time away between releases has given the band some well-earnt time off to recuperate their talents and bounce back into the spotlight with a song that bolsters true vulnerability. ‘Whisper of a Dream‘ pull listeners into a world that is truly shaped by the lyrics, whilst getting immersed in the thumping cinematic of post-hardcore.
Whisper Of A Dream is our first song back in what feels like forever. After releasing our third record, The Noble Art Of Self-Destruction, it felt essential to step away for a while – to take stock and rediscover who we are as a band.
Whisper felt like the perfect song to return with. In many ways, it represents everything Holding Absence has always been, while introducing new elements to our sound and opening the door to what comes next.
Lyrically and conceptually, the song draws heavily from cyberpunk media. Contemplation, sentience and dreaming in an ever-evolving world. The music video also introduces our robot mascot “Y4-BB0”, a character you’ll be seeing more of in the coming years.”
– Lucas Woodland, vocalist
That conceptual feel inspired by cyberpunk media is ever so evident from the accompanied music video. Give it a spin below!
‘Whisper of a Dream‘ is out now through Sumerian Records. Listen here