The Midwest metalcore scene is alive and thriving, and leading the charge is none other than Orphic Illusion. Since their formation in 2021, this band has been on a warpath, and their latest single, Diluted, proves they’re only gaining momentum. Releasing this Friday, November 22nd, the track is an unrelenting assault on the senses—precisely what we’ve come to expect from this metalcore powerhouse.

From the opening riff, Diluted grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go. The guitars are crushing, the rhythm section is a relentless storm, and Jesse Hernandez’s vocals? Absolutely feral. But don’t mistake the brutality for lack of purpose—this track is as much about awakening the soul as it is about obliterating eardrums.

“Diluted is a song about waking people up from a brainwashed state,” Hernandez explains. “It’s about taking control of our lives and rejecting the paths others force us to follow. We are not puppets or rats in a lab. We’re human beings, and it’s time to reclaim who we are.”

That kind of raw, visceral message hits hard, and when paired with the band’s sonic intensity, it becomes something truly unforgettable. It’s not just music; it’s a rallying cry.

Orphic Illusion has built a reputation for delivering music that’s as cathartic as it is crushing. Their 2022 EP was a game-changer for the Midwest scene, solidifying them as a band with not just technical prowess but also emotional depth. And Diluted takes that to a whole new level.

The band’s chemistry is undeniable, forged through countless live shows that have left audiences bruised (in the best way possible). Their sound is anthemic yet personal, brutal yet uplifting—a balancing act only a handful of metalcore bands can pull off with such finesse.

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And if the single wasn’t enough to get your adrenaline pumping, Orphic Illusion isn’t stopping there. With whispers of an upcoming string of U.S. tour dates, it’s clear these guys are gearing up to take their chaos nationwide.

So, mark your calendars. November 22nd. Stream Diluted on all major platforms; crank the volume to 11, and let Orphic Illusion remind you why Metalcore is alive, well, and ready to change the game.

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