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Havok Drop Surprise EP “New Eyes” with new video for “Death Is An Illusion”
Denver thrash metal outfit Havok have made a surprise announcement, dropping their new EP “New Eyes” to coincide with their upcoming tour alongside Exodus, Candy, and Dead Heat. The four-track release is led by the single “Death Is An Illusion,” accompanied by a music video directed by K. Hunter Lamar. The new EP features two original tracks and two covers:
- “Death Is An Illusion“
- “New Eyes“
- “Commotion” (Creedence Clearwater Revival cover)
- “Eye Of The Beholder” (Metallica cover)
Speaking about the lead single, Havok explained that “Death Is An Illusion” combines thrash metal with D-Beat hardcore, exploring themes of energy conservation and eternal existence through scientific principles and memory.
Vocalist/guitarist David Sanchez emphasized the significance of this release as Havok’s first independent venture since their early days. He highlighted the EP’s diverse approach, from the aggressive opener to the harmony-rich title track, which explores changing perspectives over time.
Regarding the cover choices, Sanchez revealed their unexpected selection of CCR’s “Commotion,” which they “metalized” while maintaining its core essence. The Metallica cover choice, “Eye Of The Beholder,” was selected for its heaviness and thematic alignment with Havok’s past lyrical content.
Tour Dates with Exodus, Candy & Dead Heat:
11/02 Tampa, FL – The Orpheum
11/04 Orlando, FL – House of Blues
11/05 Pensacola, FL – Vinyl Music Hall
11/06 Atlanta, GA – Heaven – Masquerade
11/08 Dallas, TX – Granada
11/09 Austin, TX – Empire
11/11 Denver, CO – Ogden
11/13 Des Moines, IA – Wooly’s
11/14 Joliet, IL – The Forge
11/15 Columbus, OH – King of Clubs
11/16 Baltimore, MD – Soundstage
11/17 Bethlehem, PA – Wind Creek Event Center
11/18 Montreal, QC – Beanfield Theatre
11/19 Toronto, ON – Phoenix Concert Theatre
11/21 Worcester, MA – Palladium Upstairs
11/22 Brooklyn, NY – Warsaw
11/23 Pittsburgh, PA – Preserving
11/24 Detroit, MI – Majestic Theatre
11/26 Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater
11/27 Winnipeg, MB – Exchange Event Centre
11/29 Calgary, AB – Palace Theatre
11/30 Edmonton, AB – Union Hall
12/02 Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre
12/03 Seattle, WA – El Corazon
12/04 Portland, OR – Hawthorne
12/06 Berkeley, CA – UC Theatre
12/07 Los Angeles, CA – The Regent