How the hell is this song thirty years old? Oh, because I’m an old fart, that’s how. When Pantera weren’t getting all Fucking Hostile or riding around being Cowboys From Hell, they could churn our some surprisingly mellow numbers. To celebrate the three-decade anniversary of Vulgar Display of Power, Spirit Adrift have released their version of this two-part classic; a laid-back first half and a stomping second. The single is available to stream / download now.
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Nate Garrett (vocals / guitar) tells us:
Vulgar Display of Power was a massive influence on my understanding of powerful songwriting, memorable arrangements, riffing, drumming, singing, and heavy metal in general. I studied the entire album from an early age, and the standout track to me has always been “Hollow”. It is dynamic, emotional, unpredictable, and perfectly suited for the style of Spirit Adrift. Covering such a great song by such a legendary band is not something I took lightly. I channeled every ounce of obsession and attention to detail into our version, making sure that we honored the original song while introducing some of our trademark elements to make it our own. Pantera are one of those bands that taught me how to play music, and I hope Spirit Adrift’s version of “Hollow” does justice to their legacy.
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You can catch the band on two UK dates later this year, supporting Yob:
- 27.04.2022 (UK) Glasgow – G2
- 28.04.2022 (UK) Leeds – Brudenell Social Club
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