Armored Saint's 'Hit A Moonshot' - New Single & Album Opener

0:00It's April 23rd. Welcome to Music News today, powered by AI and tuned in to what's next. Armored Saint just dropped their new single, hit a moonshot from the upcoming album Emotion Factory Reset, their 9th studio effort since 19, 84, hitting shelves, May 22nd on metal blade records. Frontman John Bush draws from his love of sports, likening the tracks to smashing a massive home run, celebrating folks who always land on their feet, no matter the chaos. The song packs ferocious riffs, tempo shifts, scorching leads, and a huge chorus with queen and sweet vibes plus an epic breakdown. Basis Joey Vera crafted the intro riff from a garage band memory at age 17 in Los Angeles, adding a half-time chorus feel to keep it fresh and true to the band's classic sound. Fans are buzzing about this resurrection of heavy metal roots with forward twists, honoring their legacy while pushing boundaries. Bush notes the music pulls from diverse influences, making each record a new chapter never repeating

1:05the past. Now they've unveiled the album opener, close to the bone, as the first official single, complete with a video directed by my good eye. Vera says it gnaws to new wave of British heavy metal inspirations with a modern edge, produced by him and mixed by J. Rustin recorded across, multiple studios. This quintet, John Bush on vocals, Joey Vera on bass, Jeff Duncan and Phil Sandoval on guitars, Gonzo Sandoval on drums, keeps evolving that signature. Chemistry, resetting emotions for clarity in a wild world, and has got metal heads ready to crank it up come release day.