Hillhaven (Ice Nine Kills, From Ashes To New) have released their third single to date, “Gaps“. Vocalist Chris Kelly commented:
“This song was quite literally the conception of Hillhaven. I had originally written it for another project, but when that didn’t work out, I sent it to Maty [Madiro, drums] and, almost immediately, the conversation became one about starting something new. The thought was exciting, but terrifying at the same time.”
I had never been a frontman, I was VERY new to writing lyrics, and this was going to involve a level of vulnerability that would surely push beyond my comfort zone. Still, though, it was a no brainer — having the chance to make something fresh with guys at this level. A lot of Hillhaven‘s lyrics are deeply cathartic, covering darker subjects as a way of healing. This is one of the hopeful songs.
It’s got a little more of a ‘feel-good’ vibe than the last two songs we’ve put out and I think listeners are gonna dig that. The usual ‘doom and gloom’ lyricism in rock and metal can be a little numbing at times, so it’s nice to throw some positivity into the mix.”
Hillhaven:
Vocals: Chris Kelly (ex-Ice Nine Kills/Galactic Empire, etc.)
Guitars: Rick Armellino (Ice Nine Kills)
Guitars: Jimmy Bennett (From Ashes To New)
Bass: Jamie GoWell
Drums: Maty Madiro (From Ashes To New)
