Crash And The Void Unleashes New Single Neon Bloodstains Featuring Johni Holiday of Ruff Majik

Pretoria’s own Crash And The Void is back and bolder than ever with their new single Neon Bloodstains, featuring guest vocals from Johni Holiday of Ruff Majik. Inspired by the intense and competitive world of the video game Cyberpunk 2077, the band crafted a song that mirrors the violence and drive required to succeed in the music industry. “I feel like the violence and competitive nature found in the game, which I played extensively, was a good parallel to the music industry and how you need to carve your way to success,” says Marius Schutte, the band’s vocalist and primary songwriter. The track’s message is clear: stand your ground, don't sell yourself short, and be realistic about the monumental task ahead when striving for success.

This self-produced song showcases the collaborative spirit of Crash And The Void. Initially entered into a competition to be featured in Cyberpunk 2077, the song evolved beyond its original form. The final doom breakdown, a highlight of the track, was a collective effort created during a rehearsal. The original demo, solely created by Marius Schutte, didn’t include this breakdown due to competition restrictions. Marius’s love for soundtracks and ludomusicology is evident, with the song’s opening lead line being a heavily distorted synthesizer inspired by Mick Gordon’s work on the DOOM soundtrack.

True to their innovative spirit, the band members recorded their parts in their home studios, with Marius programming the drums. This DIY approach not only highlights their versatility but also their commitment to producing high-quality music.

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Crash And The Void makes music by infusing traditional balls-to-the-wall rock music with concepts often found in film music, particularly horror and sci-fi genres. Their collective musical influences range from Hans Zimmer to Black Sabbath and everything in between, creating a unique sound that is both thrilling and cinematic.

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Crash and The Void Unleashes Powerful New Single and Video “Shadow Fiend” via Mongrel Records

Alternative cosmic rock band Crash and The Void is set to make waves in the music scene with the release of their latest single and accompanying video, Shadow Fiend. The band, known for their innovative sound and thought-provoking lyrics, is excited to unveil this transformative piece through Mongrel Records.

The track delves into the psychological concept of "the shadow self," a theme rooted in the theories of Sigmund Freud and expanded upon by Carl Jung. The narrative of the song intertwines with the Marxist theory of dialectical materialism, exploring the cyclical nature of governing systems. The track tells the tale of an individual navigating isolation and loneliness within an antiquated system, ultimately finding empowerment by embracing their repressed anger and pain.

The protagonist of "Shadow Fiend" evolves from a state of despair to one of hope, driven by the desire to dismantle the oppressive system that perpetuates their suffering. Confronting opposition with the phrase "it's just a game we play," the song highlights the use of gaslighting tactics employed by those in power to maintain control.

The lyrics vividly depict a societal divide, where some are privileged ("Silver Snakes" or lucky ones) while others are born into a struggle, fighting their way out of an "aching abyss." The struggle for survival evolves into a quest for power, glory, and dominance. "Shadow Fiend" explores the darker aspects of the human psyche, as the protagonist loses themselves to their "shadow self," succumbing to the alter ego that takes over completely.

Guitarist, vocalist, and main songwriter Marius Schutte reflects on the creative process, stating, "The bone structure for the song was written back in 2018 when I was trying to write cinematic rock music for the first time. The main approach was to use dramatic chord progressions to imitate film music but doing it using heavy guitars. The breakdown at the end of the song is new, and only written in 2021 whilst finishing the rest of the first album's writing.” When asked about the eye-catching video he adds, “The video cost us nothing to make and was largely AI generated through a complex coding system”.

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Shadow Fiend" is a compelling sonic journey that challenges the status quo and urges listeners to question the systems that govern their lives. Crash and The Void invites music enthusiasts and free thinkers alike to experience this powerful single and explore the depths of their own shadow selves.

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Alternative Cosmic/Space Rockers Crash And The Void Pays Tribute to Scott Pilgrim vs The World with Netflix Series Tie-In Release

Alternative cosmic rock band Crash And The Void is set to rock the airwaves with the release of two cover songs from the iconic Scott Pilgrim vs The World soundtrack. The timing couldn't be more perfect, as the tracks are set to coincide with the launch of the highly anticipated Netflix animated series on November 17th.

Lead vocalist and guitarist, Marius Schutte, expressed the band's excitement about paying homage to the beloved Scott Pilgrim universe. "We got our name from one of the fictional bands in the Scott Pilgrim VS. The World universe - specifically Crash and the Boys. If you didn't get the reference before, now you do. We absolutely love that world, the characters, and the music. Beck has always been an inspiration, and bands like Metric fit that world so well. All we can do is honor them by making good and fun music. It was so fun doing these covers!"

Formed in 2019, Crash And The Void has been on a mission to create a new kind of rock music. The band's lineup consists of Marius Schutte (vocals, songwriter), Lumar Schutte (drums), Waldo Van Der Linde (lead guitar), and Dillon Van Heerden (bass, sound engineer). Their unique sound is a fusion of their diverse musical influences, ranging from Hans Zimmer to Black Sabbath and everything in-between.

The two cover songs, Black Sheep and Garbage Truck promise to capture the essence of the Scott Pilgrim universe while showcasing Crash And The Voids distinctive sound.

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Crash And The Void Release Official Visualiser For BLAME ME

Crash and the Void is an experimental alternative rock band from Pretoria, South Africa. Founded in 2019 the band consists of two brothers; Marius Schutte on lead vocals (also boasting a music theory degree) and brother Lumar Schutte, a highly decorated session drummer. Completing the line-up is Waldo Van Der Linde on guitar + lead, and Dillon Van Heerden on bass guitar (and sound engineering). Crash & The Void's collective influence ranges from Hans Zimmer to Black Sabbath. Crash And The Void infuse balls-to- the-wall rock and roll with momentous fervour.

“Inspiration for “Blame Me” is drawn from alternative rock, and how it can convey frustration and chaos, which can be heard from the main riff, which is intertwined with an Arabic sounding lead line. I was also inspired by films like Children of Men, 1984 (John Hurt) and other dystopian fiction to paint the overall picture. During the bridge of the song the notes move beyond conventional diatonic chords and explore a longer soundscape usually found in dystopian fictional drama films…The underlying message is that we have all been manipulated through mass media to hate one another and kill each other for centuries, by high functioning elitist sociopaths. That the system benefits those with apathy and reprehensible moral fibre. The lyrics also address the various factions divided by the elites, and question their endless killing of one another…” - C&TV

Crash and The Void – Blame Me (official visualiser)

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Pretoria based cosmic rockers Crash and The Void release debut single and video The Cosmic Horror!

(Photographer - Romé Loots)

"The Cosmic Horror! infuses real existential questions with fictional stories and explores what constructs our drives, thoughts and desires. Whether it be a god, meaning or a little bit of both" – Crash and The Void

Crash and the Void is an experimental heavy rock band from Pretoria, South Africa. Founded in 2019 the quartet consists of two brothers: Marius Schutte on lead vocals (also boasting a music theory degree) and brother Lumar Schutte, a highly decorated session drummer. Completing the lineup is Waldo Van Der Linde on guitar + lead, and Dillon Van Heerden on bass guitar (and sound engineering). Crash & The Void's collective influence ranges from Hans Zimmer to Black Sabbath. The band infuse balls-to-the-wall rock and roll with B grade horror / sci-fi genres and debut single The Cosmic Horror! which releases today via Mongrel Records displays this perfectly.

You can watch the video for The Cosmic Horror below:

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