Sean Lafontaine Unveils Raucous New Single “Thorn”

In an evocative blend of mystery and musical prowess, Sean Lafontaine releases “Thorn,” the first single from his much-awaited EP Thorn Sliver Smolder. “Thorn” marks a pivotal moment in Lafontaine’s artistic journey, setting the stage for the upcoming releases of “Sliver” and “Smolder.”

In the creation of “Thorn,” Lafontaine embarked on a transformative musical journey, beginning over two and a half years ago. Initially titled “New Distortion,” the track was an incomplete rough cut that gradually evolved into something profoundly distinct. “Once I created the correct drum track and made the foundation, it started to take on a personality much different than anything before,” Lafontaine reflects.

But the inspiration behind renaming “New Distortion” to “Thorn” transcended typical creative processes, bordering on the metaphysical. Lafontaine experienced the recurring presence of a distinct personality, a metaphysical being named “Thorn,” as if it was being beamed, in from an unseen realm or emerging from a hidden fabric of reality. This entity, both enigmatic and powerful, seemed inextricably linked to the evolving frequencies of his music.

“What I saw, what I kept seeing, were these three figures. I kept trying to draw them, kept trying to capture them,” Lafontaine shares. It was as though these beings chose to reveal themselves through the chords and rhythms he created, guiding the transformation of the track. This unbidden, almost otherworldly, inspiration breathed life into the music, with “Thorn” shimmering forward, aligning itself with the frequencies and emotions that Lafontaine channeled into his creation.

This evolution of sound and concept culminated in the track being renamed “Thorn.” It represents a symbolic leader, dedicated to alleviating the persistent annoyances and challenges – the metaphorical ‘thorns’ – in people’s lives. And as the leader of the trio, he is the first to be released from the upcoming EP, a sonic force that seeks to eliminate life’s incessant disturbances.

“Thorn,” the latest offering from Lafontaine, wastes no time in asserting its presence, kicking in the door with ferocious energy and a no-holds-barred attitude. It’s as if the track is the raucous soundtrack to a roadhouse situated at the fiery gates of hell, where the night never ends and the intensity never wanes. With bombastic production that encapsulates the sheer transcendence of its guitar work, “Thorn” is a relentless assault on the senses. The level of shredding and riffing isn’t just impressive; it’s a visceral experience that demands your full attention. Listening to the guitar work, your face inevitably contorts in awe—if it doesn’t, you might as well be six feet under. The track evokes a wild image: Stevie Ray Vaughan and Robert Johnson, fueled by a backroom high, stepping into the spotlight for a blistering guitar duel. “Thorn” isn’t just a song; it’s a full-blown musical inferno, burning with a passion and power that’s rare to behold.

Sean Lafontaine “Thorn” single artwork