Locked In A Vacancy Releases Long-Awaited EP ‘…Before The Dawn’

Cementing their reign as metalcore titans, New York City’s own Locked In A Vacancy have unleashed their much-awaited EP, …Before The Dawn. This release marks a significant milestone in the band’s fiery journey, embodying a sound that is both brutally incendiary and crushingly innovative. Following the electrifying impact of their recent singles, “The Burden of Being” and “…of Church and State,” the EP is set to set the metal world ablaze.

The band’s seminal full-length album, It’s Always Darkest…, released on August 29, 2006, set a profound benchmark in their musical odyssey before submerging into hiatus. Now, they’re rekindling that fiery spirit with the release of their latest EP, …Before The Dawn, marking a pivotal transition from darkness into light.

…Before The Dawn is a relentless barrage of sound, each track meticulously crafted to showcase the band’s signature blend of intricate guitar work, earth-shattering breakdowns, and hauntingly fierce vocals. The EP’s lyrical content delves deep into the heart of societal discord, echoing the sentiments of disillusionment and resistance that resonate in today’s tumultuous times.

In this latest release, Locked In A Vacancy doesn’t just revisit the themes of their past work; they reframe them, offering a newfound sense of clarity and purpose. The darkness that once seemed all-encompassing in It’s Always Darkest… now serves as a backdrop to the emerging light in …Before The Dawn.” It’s a testament to the band’s journey – not just as musicians but as storytellers, philosophers, and bearers of hope.

True to their roots, Locked In A Vacancy ensures that their music remains a potent form of expression against the backdrop of current socio-political landscapes. The EP’s raw energy and pointed social critique are a testament to their commitment to not just create music, but to spark a conversation, to challenge, and to awaken.

Recorded at the renowned Landmine Studios in Ewing, New Jersey, and released under the banner of Fuzz Therapy Records, this EP represents a crescendo of the band’s artistic evolution. Each track weaves a narrative that transcends the confines of genre, inviting listeners into a world where darkness gives way to dawn, both metaphorically and musically.

Locked In A Vacancy ‘…Before The Dawn’ album artwork

Commenting on the EP, vocalist & lyricist Dyami Bryant states:

“It was crucial for us, right from the start, to approach our music with an artistic mindset. We were never just about creating straightforward tracks. Even in the early days, our band had a penchant for the more unique bands in the hardcore scene. Sure, we respected New York bands like Indecision and Shutdown, but we were really drawn to the unconventional, the ones who strayed from traditional hardcore. Bands like Shai Hulud, Coalesce, Converge, Botch, and Candiria were big influences on us – they were doing something different, mixing styles, adding a bit of chaos and complexity. That’s what caught our attention. We’ve always been open to a broad range of musical influences, intentionally avoiding putting limits on our sound.”

Fans can expect …Before The Dawn to be a journey through the deepest hours of the night, each song a chapter leading to an awakening, both personal and collective. The EP is not just a collection of tracks but a comprehensive story – a story of struggle, awakening, and the relentless pursuit of truth.

As the world gears up to embrace …Before The Dawn, Locked In A Vacancy stands ready, not just as musicians, but as harbingers of a new era in metalcore – one that is unapologetically fierce, unflinchingly honest, and undeniably powerful. Beyond just dropping an EP, Locked In A Vacancy has unleashed a maelstrom: returning to dominate the scene with their blistering resistance and unyielding resilience, ready to tear down the walls of the genre.