Seven Factor comes back strong and sure on "The Priest," the second single from the upcoming album "Babalon Vol. 1." The song is dark, confrontational, and full of ritualistic intensity. It feels less like a song and more like an invocation that pulls the listener into a world shaped by power, devotion, and corruption.
"The Priest" establishes a heavy, movie-like mood that doesn't let up. Heavy electronics and distorted guitars come together to make a thick industrial-metal soundscape that feels both mechanical and ceremonial. Every part is planned out, which adds to the feeling that this song is part of something bigger. Seven Factor doesn't just give us a single, they also build on the sound and story world introduced with the album's first release. The commanding vocal performance is at the center of the track, cutting through the layered production with authority and danger. Every word carries heavy weight, reinforcing the song's central themes of control and devotion. Instead of giving the listener easy hooks or moments of relief, "The Priest" fully embraces its confrontational nature, daring them to stay present as the tension builds.
"The Priest" is especially interesting because it heightens the emotional weight of "Babalon Vol. 1." The song feels like a key chapter that expands the album's range while maintaining a consistent, immersive tone. It's nonstop but not chaotic, and it's heavy but not empty.
With "The Priest," Seven Factor continues building on their dark, ritual-based identity, grounded in mood, intensity, and purpose. This is industrial metal that needs to be heard. It sets the mood for an album that will be both oppressive and unforgettable.