"SYSTEM OVERRIDE" paints a picture of a collapsing society through the lens of personal disillusionment and collective struggle. At its core, it’s about mistrust, division, and the breakdown of systems, whether political, social, or spiritual, that once promised stability but now only deliver emptiness and control.
The recurring imagery of black & white versus color reflects the loss of hope, imagination, and nuance in a world consumed by conflict and polarization. Where once there may have been shades of possibility, everything now feels rigid, divided, and lifeless. The line “Do you dream in color?” becomes a desperate plea for vision, empathy, and renewal in a society that has grown numb and mechanical.
Themes of false leadership and hypocrisy surface throughout: leaders speak of greatness while ignoring suffering, strength is proclaimed while people are oppressed, and overlords exploit the weak.
The climax comes with the declaration of
“SYSTEM OVERRIDE” and the call for a reset. This is an acknowledgment that the current way of living is unsustainable, and only by breaking down the corrupted system can something new and meaningful rise from the ruins.
Overall, "SYSTEM OVERRIDE" conveys both rage and despair, but beneath its bleakness lies a drive for transformation. A recognition that although the present feels hopeless, change is inevitable, and necessary.
ABOUT THE BAND:
Remember the Monsters is a genre-blending modern rock band known for cinematic soundscapes, emotional intensity, and hard-hitting anthems. Since their 2016 debut, the bands founder Ashten Banks has evolved the group through lineup changes and creative reinvention, most recently joining forces with vocalist Andrew de Neef (Actual Villains, Close to Home) and legendary drummer Elias Mallin, studio & touring drummer with acts like Filter, Noah Cyrus, and Kesha & more.
Collaborating with producer Matt Good (Asking Alexandria, Hollywood Undead), the band has released standout covers and originals including “Mercy” (ft. NERV), “Haunted” (ft. From First to Last), and “Hostage” (ft. Paul Bartolome).
Most recently, the band is poised to release two of their most dynamic songs to date. Starting with “SYSTEM OVERRIDE” which features Jay Gordon from ORGY and followed by their most aggressive and intense single & music video to date “INFECTED” which was co-written with former Asking Alexandria guitarist Ben Bruce.
