Animals In Denial Ignite With "Rage"

Animals In Denial has unleashed a raw powerhouse of a single with “Rage,” capturing the fire of industrial rock and delivering a message that digs deep into modern discontent.

Fronted by Christian Imes, the track takes listeners on an electrifying journey shaped by heavy drum grooves, guitar swells, and layered synths, revealing a meticulous attention to sound design.

Influenced by the likes of Tool and Nine Inch Nails, Imes conjures a wall of sound that hits listeners head-on, channeling his frustrations with the dark side of internet culture into each explosive beat.

The production process behind “Rage” is what truly shows Imes’ versatility and dedication to achieving his signature sound.

From experimenting with drum kits in Acid Pro 4 to layering synth samples from old Akai discs, Imes draws on a blend of classic and digital elements. His choice of a green Epiphone Les Paul Special 2 for guitar tracks, combined with Logic’s amp designer and the RP50, results in a gripping, textured soundscape.

The vocal work is equally intense, with Imes using an SM58 for lead vocals and an MXL condenser for backing harmonies. The addition of Izotope’s “demon” preset on Nectar creates a dark, multilayered vocal presence, pushing the track’s confrontational tone to a new level.

But what really stands out about “Rage” is how it reflects societal tension and the polarization amplified by internet culture. Imes speaks to the importance of listening and empathy in an era marked by division, posing questions about personal and generational conflicts that resonate well beyond the music.

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