Aussie metalcore modernists Windwaker have delivered a compelling performance on the latest preview from their pending full length, smile, you're on camera.
The latest in a succession of impactful singles including "closer," "do or die," the collab with RinRin "click." and "victory lap," "dna" submits another undeniable showing of the band's songwriting potency and live performance prowess. Combining a mixed assault of styles, the band's meld proves seamless making for a versatile showcase of skill executed with a convincing result.
"'dna' explores a deeply internal struggle with identity, self-worth, and the feeling of being trapped by one's own nature," the band explained.
"The song reflects on emotional instability and the pressure of living up to expectations, while battling impulses, ego, and the fear of never truly changing. There's a recurring tension between wanting growth and feeling stuck in destructive patterns, as if these flaws are hardwired into their 'DNA.' Another key theme here which is explored over the album is authenticity. References to 'doing it for the likes' and people 'switching sides' highlights disillusionment with superficial validation and fake personas, while the protagonist in this song tries to strip away ego and confront their true self."
In support of the October 23rd arrival of smile, you're on camera, Windwaker have been tapped to join Beartooth for the band North American Pure Ecstasy tour. Along with Don Broco and Magnolia Park, the bill brings together some of the most progressive forces in their lane. The tour begins November 11th in Boston, MA and closes out December 19th in Wheatland, CA.
A current list of dates and cities can be found below. Get tickets - HERE
smile, you're on camera, the new album from Windwaker arrives October 23rd from Fearless Records. Pre-order the release - HERE
11/11 — Boston, MA — MGM Music Hall at Fenway
11/12 — New York, NY — Hammerstein Ballroom
11/13 — Philadelphia, PA — Franklin Music Hall
11/15 — National Harbor, MD — The Theater at MGM National Harbor
11/16 — Buffalo, NY — Electric City*
11/18 — Pittsburgh, PA — Stage AE
11/20 — Chicago, IL — Aragon Ballroom
11/21 — St. Paul, MN — Myth
11/22 — Omaha, NE — Steelhouse Omaha
11/24 — Grand Rapids, MI — Elevation*
11/25 — Indianapolis, IN — Hi-Fi Indy*
11/27 — St. Louis, MO — Delmar Hall*
11/28 — Nashville, TN — The Truth
11/29 — Atlanta, GA — Coca-Cola Roxy
12/1 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore
12/2 — Charleston, SC — The Refinery
12/4 — St. Augustine, FL — St. Augustine Amphitheatre
12/5 — Fort Lauderdale, FL — War Memorial Auditorium
12/7 — New Orleans, LA — The Fillmore
12/9 — Austin, TX — ACL Live — Moody Theater
12/10 — Dallas, TX — South Side Ballroom
12/12 — Denver, CO — The Fillmore
12/13 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Union
12/15 — Albuquerque, NM — Revel Entertainment Center
12/16 — Phoenix, AZ — Arizona Financial Theatre
12/18 — Los Angeles, CA — Hollywood Palladium
12/19 — Wheatland, CA — Hard Rock Live
*Don Broco + Windwaker Only
