Melodic hardcore luminaries Being As An Ocean have unleashed their inspirational and empowering new single “Swallowed By The Earth”, out now. The track grapples with finding meaning in life’s trials, offering inspiration through its candid lyrics. Listen to the the single HERE and watch the stirring music video featuring live footage below. The single is the second to drop from the band's forthcoming album 'Death Can Wait' due to be released on February 2nd 2024 via Out Of Line Records.
Matching urgent vocals with surging guitars and pummeling drums, “Swallowed By The Earth” provides a sonic lifeline amidst the tumult of life. Lyrically unpacking the search for hope and meaning in times of despair, the single proves Being As An Ocean remain at the forefront of insightful, socially conscious heavy music.
On the motivations behind “Swallowed By The Earth”, the band shares:
“Swallowed By The Earth is a question of how we find meaning and significance in our trials. Do we let them wash over us, consume us, let them defeat us, or do we use them and our failures as tools for growth? It is about keeping persistence of mindset. We must not let ourselves slip into a victim mentality because of our circumstances, which are temporary, but rather, lean into the lessons that each experience has hidden within it. As long as we continue to have faith in a deeper meaning and the untapped strengths that we all have within us and embrace self-reflection, hardship does not have to be earth-shattering, but can become transformative for our souls and character."
Since forming in 2011, Being As An Ocean has cemented themselves at the forefront of alternative music with their raw, earnest songwriting and boundary-pushing sound. Across six studio albums and countless tours, the band has built a devoted following and left an indelible mark through the comfort and strength offered in their inspirational lyrics and emotive musical landscapes. Eleven years after their famous debut album “Dear G-d...”, the Californian band now commences the next chapter of their musical journey with their new album “Death Can Wait”. With this new record, Being As An Ocean drops yet another extremely personal set of songs loaded with pure emotion and continues to push the boundaries of what it means to be a band in the modern music scene.
Being As An Ocean Photo Credit - Murry Deaves
Pre-orders for ‘Death Can Wait’ are available now in multiple formats and multiple bundle options including digipak CD, vinyl, and a deluxe wooden box set strictly limited to 666 copies worldwide. Head to baao.lnk.to/DeathCanWaitAlbum to check out all options and pre-order now.
Being As An Ocean continue to inspire listeners to find strength through adversity. Stay tuned for much more from these inspirational melodic hardcore torchbearers soon.
Being As An Ocean also announced today that they will be hitting the road in the UK and Europe in February next year, supporting Currents on their 'The Death We Seek UK/EU Tour' with Oceans Ate Alaska and Sentinels. Tickets will go on general sale on Monday, October 9th, to purchase and for more info, head HERE.
Being As An Ocean continue to inspire listeners to find strength through adversity. Stay tuned for much more from these inspirational melodic hardcore torchbearers soon.
ABOUT BEING AS AN OCEAN
Being as an Ocean is a post-hardcore/melodic hardcore band hailing from Southern California. Formed in 2011, the band has been on a journey of self-discovery and artistic evolution, constantly pushing the boundaries of their genre.
In 2012, Being As An Ocean released their debut album, "Dear G-d...," which garnered immediate attention and marked the beginning of their rise in the music scene. With their emotionally-charged sound, Being As An Ocean has left an indelible mark on the alternative music landscape. Their music has resonated with countless people, offering comfort and strength during life's most challenging moments. They have inspired a generation of musicians to be fearless in their exploration of emotion, lyricism, and sound.
Since then, the band has toured the world multiple times over and released career defining records such as “How We Both Wondrously Perish” in 2014, “Waiting For Morning To Come” in 2017, and "PROXY" in 2019. With their unique blend of honesty, vulnerability, and artistic innovation and the pending release of their new album "Death Can Wait" through label Out Of Line music, there's no doubt that Being As An Ocean will continue to make an impact one heartfelt song at a time.