Hollow Starw's new EP, "Diary Of A Madman," is a punishing, painfully honest journey that pushes the limits of progressive metal and deathcore. At just over 14 minutes, this three-track distillation is a furious, if meditative, burst of violence, harmony, and churning, visceral emotion.
Following the success of their debut single on Holier Than Thou, Sleep, Hollow Stare brings you down another shade deeper into aplomb with "Diary Of A Madman," an EP that drags you into the sweltering darkness of despair and determination. Every track unfolds a narrative of struggle, survival, and self-destruction, blending blistering riffage with hauntingly melodic interludes.
Tracks like "I'm Barely Alive" and "Sleep" encompass Hollow Stare's skill at marrying aggression to sorrow, producing a sonic palette as unforgiving as human. Raging vocals, bone-splintering breakdowns, and heavenly moments of despondency all come together to make Diary Of A Madman more than music. It's a sonic experience.
In this release, Hollow Stare demonstrates that they are a force to be reckoned with, testing the limits of their genre while remaining true to their emotionally intense roots. "Diary Of A Madman" celebrates its release week, streaming everywhere. Enter the madness if you dare.