Holding Absence release huge new single, Whisper Of A Dream: “It felt like the perfect song to return with”

Holding Absence have unveiled a brand-new single and video, Whisper Of A Dream.

The now-trio have dropped their first new music since 2023 album The Noble Art Of Self-Destruction – and there’s another first too, because it’s their debut for Sumerian Records.

“Whisper Of A Dream is our first song back in what feels like forever,” explains frontman Lucas Woodland. “After releasing our third record, The Noble Art Of Self-Destruction, it felt essential to step away for a while – to take stock and rediscover who we are as a band.

“Whisper… felt like the perfect song to return with. In many ways, it represents everything Holding Absence has always been, while introducing new elements to our sound and opening the door to what comes next.”

The singer adds that, “Lyrically and conceptually, the song draws heavily from cyberpunk media. Contemplation, sentience and dreaming in an ever-evolving world. The music video also introduces our robot mascot Y4-BB0, a character you’ll be seeing more of in the coming years.”

Can’t wait. Check it out below:

Catch the band live later this year as main support to Enter Shikari:

Enter Shikari UK tour with Holding Absence and The Callous Daoboys

November

13 Nottingham Motorpoint Arena
14 Cardiff Utilita Arena
15 Hull Connexin Live
18 Glasgow Hydro
19 Manchester Co-op Live
20 London Alexandra Palace
21 London Alexandra Palace

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