Swiss post-hardcore outfit Leave The Ghosts Behind emerge on the scene with their punchy and high-octane debut single “Diamond Skin.”
The track carries an alluring juxtaposition of fresh and nostalgic as the quartet explore the rigors of day-to-day life with their relatable storytelling.
Discussing the new single, lead vocalist Finn Graber explains: “When I laid down the demo for ‘Diamond Skin,’ I knew it would become an important moment for us as it would trigger a change of style from our previous pop punk delivery. Sharing it with the band made me a bit nervous, but Will nailed the vocals, reassuring me that we were headed in the right direction.”
Graber continues: “I think the lyrics in this song are the most personal to me. They talk about being almost obsessed with someone, like being in love but not in a good way. In the end, everyone gets hurt.”
Leave The Ghosts Behind emerge from the heart of Bern, Switzerland, with a sound that blends the raw energy of hardcore punk with the melodic sensibilities of modern post-hardcore, nodding to band such as: Being as an Ocean, Billy Talent and Rise Against.
Debut single “Diamond Skin” is infused with splashes of 00s alternative rock, to form a soundscape of pacey guitars, fist-pumping tenacity, and a gripping vocal delivery, as the band explore themes of loss and heartbreak.
Indeed, Leave The Ghosts Behind’s trio of upcoming singles delve into myriad accessible themes such as jealousy, break-ups, and toxic workplace environments, as the Bern boys’ grounded and relatable brand of modern alternative rock sees it’s genesis.
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