Active Rock

Active rock is a high-energy genre that blends the heavy riffs of hard rock with the accessibility of mainstream rock radio. It features powerful, melodic vocals, driving rhythms, and a polished yet aggressive sound. The guitars are often thick and dynamic, ranging from crunching distortion to soaring leads, while the drums maintain a punchy, hard-hitting foundation. Lyrically, songs explore themes of resilience, emotion, and personal struggle, often with anthemic choruses designed for massive audience singalongs. Active rock thrives on a balance between modern production and raw intensity, making it a staple of rock radio and streaming playlists.

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Green Flash
Single - Released March 21, 2025
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  1. March 21, 2025
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  1. December 27, 2024
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    Octane
    12 tracks
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    Octane
    12 tracks
  14. August 4
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  18. November 25, 2022
  19. November 11
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