-(16)- Shares “Fortress Of Hate”

Today, San Diego's sludgiest -(16)- have released "Fortress Of Hate," the latest single from the forthcoming Guides For The Misguided. The album is set for release this Friday via Relapse Records.

Guitarist and Vocalist Bobby Ferry comments, “The lyrics of 'Fortress Of Hate' delve into themes of disillusionment and the self-destructive allure of nihilism, contrasting it with the ethos of empowerment in hardcore punk. The ‘Fortress Of Hate’ serves as a metaphor for the psychological and emotional walls constructed by those who choose apathy and bitterness over action and resilience. An old friend, once inspired by the defiance and self-determination of hardcore punk, has retreated into a cycle of self-defeat. Lines like, ‘You never stood on your own for long,’ and, "Now that you’re dying of thirst," highlight a dependence on others and the consequences of a squandered potential for independence. The song attempts to explain the abandonment of punk’s empowering ideals in favor of nihilism, portraying it as a destructive cycle that consumes both individuals and their relationships."

Pre-order Guides For The Misguided HERE.

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