CLAWFINGER, pioneers of European rap-metal, have unveiled their latest single titled 'Going Down (Like Titanic)' from their upcoming album 'Before We All Die,' due for release on February 20 through Perception Records. This album marks their first studio effort in almost two decades.
The new track, inspired by themes of societal collapse and arrogance, uses the Titanic metaphor to highlight inequalities and impending disaster, a concept contributed by keyboardist Jocke Skog and expanded upon by frontman Zak Tell.
Zak Tell shared insights into the band's long hiatus since their previous album in 2007, explaining the necessity to take on jobs and manage personal responsibilities, which led to a gradual regrouping and eventual reawakening of their creative process. Their reunion began with festival appearances and grew into recording new material and an eventual full album.
'Before We All Die' reflects the band’s enduring critical perspective on social issues such as environmental destruction and human folly. The album title itself stems from a blend of humor and seriousness about aging and worsening global conditions, culminating in a record that blends CLAWFINGER's established sound with fresh material.
CLAWFINGER has built a legacy through their direct and politically charged music since the early 1990s, with notable success in Europe and a reputation for aggressive riffs combined with socially conscious lyrics. The band continues to develop music with plans for future releases hinted at, aiming not to repeat the lengthy gaps of the past.