In anticipation of their upcoming record release, Chicago’s rising rock band Belmont has released a brand new, anthemic pop-punk single called ‘Dark Paradise.’ The track is featured on the band’s forthcoming 3rd album, ‘Liminal,’ that’s due out April 12th from Pure Noise Records.
Discussing the new song, guitarist Jason Inguagiato says: “‘Dark Paradise’ is one of the more emotionally cathartic songs on the record. To me, it’s like the spiritual successor to ‘Advanced Darkness,’ the final track off our last record ‘Aftermath.’ The chorus melodically and harmonically has an uplifting energy to it while somehow still maintaining the somber and existential undertones that are characteristic of this record. To me, this song is a piece of the ‘Liminal’ puzzle that is irreplaceable.”
Vocalist Taz Johnson adds about the lyrics: “‘Dark Paradise’ discusses the shame and regret behind living in a dissociative state and how it can leave you feeling vacant of emotion, like a stranger to those you love. The overwhelming feeling of nothingness that was once soothing becomes a fight for survival unless you learn to become comfortable with the uncomfortable.”
‘Dark Paradise’ is the latest in a string of singles, including ‘Liminal,’ ‘SSX Trickmont’ and ‘All Bite,’ from Belomont’s eagerly awaited new record that exhibits the band’s unique approach to rock and pop-punk and incredibly catchy songwriting.