MORTAL PROPHETS - New Breed

NEW BREED [Single] Release Date: July 5, 2024
John Beckmann and the Mortal Prophets Ignite the Summer with "New Breed"
The New York music scene is ablaze this summer, thanks to John Beckmann and the Mortal Prophets. Today marks the release of their electrifying new single, "New Breed," a tantalizing preview of their much-anticipated album, 'The Confessions of a Sword Swallower,' set to drop this fall.
Accompanying the release is a visually stunning, technicolor video directed by filmmaker Michelle Civetta. The video features a futuristic UFO landing amidst ancient Maya ruins, perfectly complementing the track's avant-garde spirit.
True to form, the Mortal Prophets continue to defy stylistic boundaries, blending Post Punk, Indie, and Black Metal into a sonic whirlwind that is as innovative as it is exhilarating. Mastered by Grammy Award-winning engineer Joe LaPorta of Sterling Sound-best known for his work on David Bowie's final album, Black Star-"New Breed" is a testament to the band's audacious musical vision.
At a blistering 176 bpm, "New Breed" is a high-energy chant that promises to captivate and energize listeners. Beckmann's fearless approach to music-making shines through in this single, pushing the limits of what can be achieved within the traditional confines of genre.
"I've been working on several EPs and a few full albums in the past six months, shifting between what I call 'Imaginary Cinema,' a forthcoming Alternative-Indie based 7-song EP with New York producer David Sisko, and another 5-song Dream Pop EP with Irish producer William Declan Rubey. It's been a fruitful time right now, so I’m just running as fast as I can," Beckmann shared.
As the release date for The Confessions of a Sword Swallower approaches, fans can expect an unforgettable album that continues to challenge the conventional limits of modern rock. Beckmann and the Mortal Prophets are poised to deliver a series of groundbreaking releases, each more audacious than the last.
Stay tuned for more updates on The Confessions of a Sword Swallower. With John Beckmann and the Mortal Prophets at the helm, one thing is certain: expect the unexpected.
MUSICIANS:
John Beckmann: music
David Sisko: mix
Recorded at Lus Astralis, New York
Joe LaPorta: mastering, Sterling Sound
Michele Civetta: video