"Armageddon" is a song by American rock band From Ashes to New. It was released on Mayâ¯19,â¯2023, via Better Noise Music as a single from their fourth album Blackout.
"Armageddon" was released on May 19 as a single from Blackout. The band described the song as addressing the current state of the world and recent social divisions. The music video was released on May 19, 2023, alongside the single. It was directed by JOSIAHx and features apocalyptic visuals reflecting the song's themes.
In an interview with New Noise Magazine, Danny Case stated that several tracks on Blackout, including "Armageddon", highlight the singers' interplay and produce a lively groove. He added that the songs also focus on the emotional content of the lyrics, drawing on influences from Linkin Park and other early-2000s acts.
The song has been described as a rap-rock track that combines rap verses with melodic choruses and rock instrumentation. It also incorporates electronic elements and synthesizers alongside energetic guitar-driven sections.
MXDWN wrote that the song offers something for everyone, highlighting its wide range of musical styles and broad appeal. The publication also noted the song's rap-style lyrics and energetic combination of instrumentals and vocals. Metal Planet Music commented that the track incorporates moments of quiet and calmness alongside heavier metalcore sections. The publication highlighted the song's dynamic shifts as an example of the band's ability to blend softer passages with more intense instrumentals. The song was described by Riff Magazine as having anger and urgency that aligns with the album's "pre-apocalyptic" lyrical concept. Top Shelf Music stated that the song explores themes of societal turmoil and human fragility, and combines vocals and instrumentals that lead into a climactic section.
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