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Chart-dominating rock band Bad Omens is back with theirhighly anticipated new single, “Specter,” out today viaSumerian Records. After teasing their next chapter withcryptic “goodbye, friend” messaging for the past few months, the band now takes the stage with a track that promises to taketheir sound to new heights.
Beginning with delicate, atmospheric production, “Specter” builds into a passionate, hard-hitting chorus, complete withominous, otherworldly electronic flourishes that providedynamic layers to the song. This carefully crafted soundscapepairs perfectly with its cinematic music video counterpart, a visual staple for the band that adds an extra layer ofstorytelling to their already powerful track. Directed by Noah Sebastian & Nico, the video injects viewers into a darkfantasy world that explores themes of loss, betrayal, and thesupernatural. The visual was teased with cinematic clips featuring actor Ryan Hurst (known for Sons of Anarchy andRemember the Titans), adding an extra layer of intrigue aheadof the release.
“Specter” marks the band’s first new release since their RIAA Gold-certified THE DEATH OF PEACE OF MIND - thealbum that propelled Bad Omens into the upper echelons ofrock. With over 2.7 billion streams globally, a Platinum-certified #1 Alternative Radio single (“Just Pretend”), and two Gold singles (“Like A Villain” & “Death of Peace ofMind”), Bad Omens have proven themselves to be anunstoppable force. In 2024, the band released CONCRETE JUNGLE [THE OST], an experimental expansion of theiracclaimed album, further cementing their reputation forpushing musical boundaries.
The band's 2025 festival run is only adding fuel to theirmomentum, with notable performances at Summerfest, Welcome to Rockville, Rock Fest and upcoming headliningslots at Louder Than Life and Aftershock. As highlighted byLive Nation, heavy rock is taking over the live music scene, experiencing a 14% rise and owning 13% of arena and stadium shows - and Bad Omens is one of the key playersleading this charge.
Fans can look forward to more from Bad Omens as theycontinue to dominate both the live stage and the charts.
ABOUT BAD OMENS:
Bad Omens are coming off a wildly successful three yearswith the explosive success of their breakthrough third studioalbum The Death of Peace of Mind (2022). Hailed as “a stunning fusion of dark, Weeknd-esque pop and industrializedmetalcore” (Revolver), the project has garnered over 1.8 Billion Streams, with the catalog surging over 2.7 BillionStreams. The album is RIAA certified Gold.
The hardworking bands ascension was driven in part by thealbums hit-single “Just Pretend” experiencing a viral TikTok moment that yielded a growing, dedicated fandom whocatapulted them into the spotlight. Becoming the band's firstRIAA-certified Platinum single, “Just Pretend” reached #1 at US Alternative Radio and smashed multiple Billboard Year-End charts coming in at #1 on Hot Hard Rock Songs, #6 onAlternative Airplay Songs, #11 on Rock and Alternative Airplay Songs, #11 on Mainstream Rock Airplay Songs, #14 Hot Rock & Alternative Songs, and #23 on Hot Alternative Songs. The genre-defyers continued their climb with thealbum's seductive RIAA certified title track, “The Death ofPeace of Mind” reached the top 10 on US Rock and Alternative Airplay Billboard Charts. Their radio success alsoearned Bad Omens a nomination for Best New Artist (Alt & Rock) at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
Gaining momentum online and over the airwaves, Bad Omenspersistently surged ahead, captivating their rapidly expandingfanbase with electrifying live shows at numerous sold-outtours and festival performances worldwide. The band spent2024 extensively touring, including UK dates with Bring Me The Horizon and the CONCRETE FOREVER Europeanheadline run with opener Poppy, with numerous US performances and a lineup of festivals into the 2025 season.
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