Metalcore torchbearers Atreyu have a heavy new track out in "Children of Light," with Soulfly frontman and Brazil's finest export Max Cavalera (Soulfly, ex-Sepultura) providing vocals.
The intro sounds like a Soulfly song for sure, with tribal drums and palm-muted guitars, at least till the dual harmonies hit. When Cavalera hits with the second verse, his vocals almost feel like those of Al Jourgensen of Ministry, his low growls immediately taking the attention. It takes a bit for the song to get going, but once it's there, it doesn't let up. Cavalera's intensity with Atreyu frontman Brandon Saller's melodic sense help to create a contrast that helps the track really sing.
The track comes from Atreyu's upcoming studio album The End Is Not The End, set to release on April 24th via Spinefarm Records. The band admit that getting Cavalera on the track was a long shot, but it was worth taking, stating:
“‘Children of Light’ was created with a primal spirit in mind. A ‘festival’ song. Heavily inspired by classic Sepultura, though it seemed like an untouchable ask, we wanted Max involved. We’re honored to share this song with a legend.”
The track list for The End Is Not The End is as follows:
1. The End Is Not The End
2. Dead
3. Break Me
4. All For You
5. Ghost In Me
6. Glass Eater
7. Wait My Love, I’ll Be Home Soon
8. Ego Death
9. Death Rattle
10. Children Of Light
11. In The Dark
12. Afterglow
13. Break The Glass
Check out the visualizer video for "Children of Light" below:
Atreyu will be supporting Sevendust on their upcoming ONE world tour, with the following dates announced:
04/16 Carterville, IL @ Walker’s Bluff Casino Resort ^
04/17 Riverside, IA @ Riverside Casino & Golf Resort ^
04/18 Larchwood, IA @ Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort ^
04/20 Indianapolis, IN @ Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
04/21 Lexington, KY @ Manchester Music Hall
04/22 Birmingham, AL @ Iron City
04/24 Mobile, AL @ Soul Kitchen Music Hall
04/25 Destin, FL @ Club LA
04/26 Atlanta, GA @ Coca-Cola Roxy *
04/28 Dallas, TX @ House of Blues
04/29 Oklahoma City, OK @ Diamond Ballroom
05/01 Denver, CO @ Summit
05/02 Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater
05/04 Wichita, KS @ The Cotillion
05/05 Springfield, MO @ The Regency Live
05/06 Fayetteville, AR @ Ozark Music Hall
05/08 Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome To Rockville
05/09 North Myrtle Beach, SC @ House of Blues
05/11 Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa
05/12 Harrisburg, PA @ XL Live
05/14 McKees Rocks, PA @ Roxian Theatre
05/15 Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple
05/16 Baltimore, MD @ Nevermore Hall
05/19 Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore
05/20 Knoxville, TN @ The Mill & Mine
05/21 Nashville, TN @ The Pinnacle *
05/23 Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
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