Michigan metalcore outfit, Of Virtue, have today released a brand new single, “Flatline“, the latest offering from their highly-anticipated new album, “Death Of The Altar“, set for release on October 2nd via Arising Empire. Expanding on the emotional depth that propelled their 2023 hit record, “Omen” to over 65 million streams, the band return sharper and more deliberate than ever, leaning into their charismatic balance of melody, intensity, and unflinching honesty. Watch the brand new video for “Flatline” HERE or at the link below, and pre-save the upcoming record HERE.
Arriving after “The End” was spun on SiriusXM Octane‘s Test Drive, the brand new track “Flatline” deepens the examination of identity, consequence, and the destructive patterns people develop while searching for relief seen across “Death Of The Altar“. Caught between the desire to escape and the instinct to keep fighting, “Flatline“, co-written alongside Lee Albrecht (Bilmuri, The Devil Wears Prada, etc) and Evan McKeever (Starset, Koe Wetzel, etc), transforms that internal conflict into a visceral portrait of survival.
Reflecting on the struggle to reclaim control at the center of “Flatline“, co-vocalist Tyler Ennis shares:
“Flatline was originally written in 2022 after my dad had a massive heart attack. Everything about his life changed forever and in a lot of ways, the same happened to me as well.
Since 2016, I have been battling some pretty serious gastrointestinal/stomach issues alongside my mental health struggles. I have seen so many doctors and have not actually received a proper diagnosis of what is going on with me. That stress weighs on my mind every single day and when I saw one of the people I care about the most suffer such a traumatic incident, it put my own mortality and fears on full display.
There were times where I envisioned seeing my lifeless body because I wasn’t taking proper care of myself. I would spiral out of control, ignore pleas from friends and my own family to change my habits knowing full well that even if they were right, it didn’t change the way I felt inside. I was fully aware of my own self destruction and yet at the same time, I felt powerless to stop any of it.
Sometimes, we have to hit rock bottom to realize how special our lives can be. My dad’s heart attack, in a lot of ways, was the wake up call I desperately needed to turn certain things in my life around and be more accountable before it becomes too late to change course.
I’m really proud of how this song turned out and being able to speak about this topic was something that was very important to me during this record process. I will always be an advocate of taking care of your physical + mental health and living your life to the fullest. I chose to cope with things that could kill me and I paid a very heavy price. My advice to everyone with health issues is to enjoy the life that you want to live with limitations you set for yourself before your body decides what those limitations are going to be.
“Happiness comes with a price. I didn’t think that it meant my life””
On the live front, Of Virtue recently completed a summer run alongside Savage Hands, with both bands trading headlining slots throughout the US tour. Next, the band are set to open for In This Moment in Pittsburgh before traveling overseas for a European tour supporting Unprocessed. All tour details can be found HERE.
Harnessing the potent fusion of powerful melodies and emotionally charged lyrics, Of Virtue maintain a steadfast commitment to authenticity, consistently redefining the genre while staying true to their artistic essence. Beloved across 35 countries and having performed at multiple Danny Wimmer festivals, Upheaval, Full Force, Summer Breeze, and Pulp Summer Slam amongst many others, it’s no surprise that they’ve shared stages with bands such as Slipknot, Bad Omens, Nothing More, and Three Days Grace. Beyond their musical prowess, the metal powerhouse also serve as passionate mental health advocates on and off stage. Often seen using their platform to raise awareness and openly discuss these vital issues, Of Virtue have become a source of hope and inspiration for countless fans facing similar challenges.
Carrying forward the spirit of their 2023 record, “Omen“, Of Virtue continue to champion vulnerability, community, and the belief that no one is defined solely by their worst decisions. With “Death Of The Altar“, the band refine and expand their sound, one marked by confrontation, growth, and the difficult process of letting go. Unafraid to sit in discomfort, Of Virtue deliver a fearless exploration of what it takes to dismantle the parts of yourself that no longer serve you, even if it means tearing down everything that once felt like home.
Death Of The Altar
Of Virtue
- Death Of The Altar
- Divinity
- The End
- Enemy State
- What’s It Like To Be Happy?
- Too Late
- Welcome To Hell
- The Art of Love
- Flatline
- Devotion
- Can’t Keep Knockin Me Down
Vinyl pre-orders for “Death Of The Altar” are also available HERE.
OF VIRTUE
Supporting In This Moment
September 15 – Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theatre
OF VIRTUE
Supporting Unprocessed
September 29 – Brussels, Belgium – Museum
October 1 – Manchester, UK – Academy 3
October 2 – London, UK – Electric Ballroom
October 3 – Paris, France – Maroquinerie
October 4 – Tilburg, Netherlands – 013 Next Stage
October 5 – Nijmegen, Netherlands – Doornroosje
October 6 – Cologne, Germany – Gebäude 9
October 7 – Hamburg, Germany – Kent Club
October 8 – Berlin, Germany – Hole 44
October 9 – Munich, Germany – Strom
October 10 – Frankfurt, Germany – Batschkapp
ABOUT OF VIRTUE
In the face of omnipresent change, OF VIRTUE has never wavered, forging a legacy that stands as a testament to the power of reinvention and a refusal to surrender. Since the band’s inception, their music – a punishing-yet-melodic mix of hard rock, metal, and alternative – has mirrored that ambition: unexpected and ever-shifting, always rooted in raw emotion.
That restless spirit is fully realized on “DEATH OF THE ALTAR,” their forthcoming record following their 2023 record Omen. Built on jackhammer riffs, skittering industrial electronics, and ethereal production, the band’s forthcoming fourth studio album surges from claustrophobic tension into a widescreen, soaring set of choruses showcasing contrasting vocal styles of Tyler Ennis and Damon Tate – equal parts soulful and caustic. The shifts land like the split second before impact, amplifying the record’s central theme: confronting the moment when devotion turns into self-destruction.
“DEATH OF THE ALTAR,” the band’s forthcoming fourth album, follows a period of rapid ascent: 2023’s Omen propelled the Michigan-based act to more than 65M streams, 4M YouTube views, and tours and festival appearances alongside Slipknot, Gojira, Bad Omens, The Used, and Three Days Grace, yet their momentum has always been fueled by more than accolades. Drawing inspiration from their diverse ethnic backgrounds (Chinese, Vietnamese, Mexican, Black, and Irish heritage), Of Virtue finds strength from these distinct perspectives, shaping their chemistry, songwriting and shared sense of purpose.
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