I See Stars releases ‘THE WHEEL’ and emotional new video ‘carry on for you’

I See Stars, the electronicore pioneers, have returned after almost a decade with their sixth studio album, THE WHEEL, released through Sumerian Records. This highly anticipated album marks their comeback, showcasing a blend of loss, resilience, and fate that the band has intricately woven into their music.

The band recently launched the music video for “carry on for you,” a track that delves deep into personal and emotional themes that resonate throughout the entire album. The album serves as a time capsule, encapsulating the past seven years of the band’s journey, experiences, and growth as individuals navigating the chaos of the world.

According to the band, THE WHEEL has been a labor of love that demanded their full attention and dedication. It represents a culmination of their collective experiences and struggles, serving as a narrative of their lives over the past seven years. The album was a result of the band’s desire to create a cohesive piece of art meant to be experienced from beginning to end.

For fans of I See Stars, the long wait for new material has been intentional. Their previous album, Treehouse, showcased their unique blend of metalcore and electronic elements, earning them critical acclaim. Despite releasing a few singles over the years, it was only a glimpse of the musical landscape that THE WHEEL now explores.

The pandemic provided the band with unexpected time to refine their artistic vision and create an album that truly embodied their essence. THE WHEEL is not just a metaphorical title; the band used a digital spinning wheel in the studio to determine which track to work on each day, a symbolic ritual that guided their creative process.

Produced by David Bendeth and mixed by Zakk Cervini and Tom Norris, THE WHEEL strikes a balance between technical precision and raw emotion. Each track on the album reflects personal experiences, including loss, illness, and the band’s struggles with self-worth and artistic validation.

The album closes with “Curtain Call”, a track filled with a wheel of emotions that encapsulates the band’s journey and questions about their artistic worth. Despite these uncertainties, the album stands as a testament to their dedication and growth as artists.

I See Stars will be taking their energized performance to stages across Australia in October after 14 years. The band is set to bring their revitalized energy and passion to audiences across the country, showcasing the depth and evolution of their music in a live setting.