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Hollow Stare’s latest single, I’m Barely Alive, takes their signature sound to new depths, showcasing their growth as musicians while staying grounded in the visceral energy of deathcore.
The track opens with a haunting orchestral intro, instantly setting an ominous tone before it catapults into a barrage of bone-crushing riffs and dynamic percussion. The juxtaposition of the cinematic intro against the track’s heaviness exemplifies the band’s flair for blending aggression with melody. Ben Fleming’s vocals are raw and charged, oscillating between guttural growls and poignant clean sections that express heartbreak and inner turmoil.
This release marks a high point for Hollow Stare, founded by producer and multi-instrumentalist Daniel Friedman-Posner and vocalist/drummer Ben Fleming. The duo formed the band in 2023 after years of collaboration in their local Colorado scene. Their shared vision is to create music that is not only heavy but emotionally impactful. As Ben explains…
‘With I’m Barely Alive, we feel we’ve finally hit our stride and defined the sound that feels uniquely ours.’
Drawing from influences like Periphery and Lorna Shore, Hollow Stare seamlessly merges progressive metal complexity with deathcore’s brutal energy. Their meticulous attention to detail â€both musically and emotionally” makes I’m Barely Alive a standout in their growing catalogue.
