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Opening a New Chapter in Metalcore, Pennsylvania’s own metalcore powerhouse, If Not For Me, are back with an exciting new chapter that fans of heavy, melodic music will want to mark on their calendars. The band have announced their highly anticipated album, Where The Light Begins To Fade, which will see its official release on 18 August via Thriller Records.This record promises to showcase the evolution of their sound, blending raw emotion with crushing riffs and soaring choruses that have become their signature.

Listen to “Novocaine” here

To give fans a taste of what’s coming, the band are also releasing a brand-new single, “Novocaine”, which features Josh Mowery of Catch Your Breath. The track drops Friday, 12 June, and it’s already generating buzz as a powerful and heartfelt anthem. Vocalist Patrick Glover shared that the song speaks to the pain of watching someone you love fall apart while feeling helpless to save them – a poignant, relatable theme wrapped in thunderous instrumentals.

“I wrote Novocaine about the people in our lives that we’ve lost because they just couldn’t let us in,” shares vocalist Patrick Glover. “It’s about the loved ones that so desperately needed help but kept us at arms length. It’s about longing to be whatever you need to be in order to save somebody, but they won’t ever let you. There’s not a more helpless feeling than watching someone you care so much about come apart at the seams while knowing there’s nothing you can do about it. ‘You were the fire I can’t contain, so strike the matches, spread the ashes at my feet.’”

“Novocaine” is a track that resonates deeply, capturing the essence of helplessness and longing in a way that is both haunting and beautiful. The collaboration with Josh Moweryadds an extra layer of intensity to the song, with his vocals complementing Patrick Glover’s in a way that enhances the emotional impact. The instrumentation is both heavy and melodic, creating a soundscape that is both familiar and fresh, showcasing the band’s growth and maturity.

Check out the visualizer for “Novocaine” below;

As fans eagerly await the release of Where The Light Begins To Fade, “Novocaine” serves as a tantalising preview of what is to come. The album is expected to continue in the vein of their previous work, with a focus on delivering powerful messages through their music. The band’s ability to blend raw emotion with crushing riffs and soaring choruses has set them apart in the metalcore scene, and this new album is poised to further solidify their place as one of the genre’s leading acts.

For those who can’t wait to hear more, pre-save links for “Novocaine” featuring Catch Your Breath and the album Where The Light Begins To Fade are available now. Fans are encouraged to pre-save the tracks to ensure they are among the first to experience this new chapter in If Not For Me’s musical journey.

Pre-Save the album here

In conclusion, If Not For Me are set to make a significant impact with their upcoming album, Where The Light Begins To Fade. With the release of “Novocaine” featuring Josh Mowery, the band have already set the stage for what promises to be a powerful and emotionally charged record. As the release date approaches, fans can look forward to a collection of songs that not only showcase the band’s musical evolution but also resonate on a deeply personal level. If Not For Me are undoubtedly a band to watch, and their new album is sure to be a highlight of the year for metalcore enthusiasts.

While the HOUNDS OF THE UNDERGROUND tour may be over, you still have chances to catch If Not For Me at INKCARCERATION FESTIVAL, on tour with Memphis May Fire, Caskets, John Harvie, and Royale Lynn or the I DON’T BELONG HERE tour with Wind Walkers and True North