Dark Divine Immerse Fans In Sinister Royalty With New Music Video and Song, “Paper Crown” Featuring Fame On Fire’s Bryan Kuznitz, Announce Highly Anticipated Debut Album, Deadly Fun

Hard-rock band Dark Divine are revealing their hypnotic new music video and single “Paper Crown” (feat. Bryan Kuznitz of Fame On Fire) via Thriller Records. “I can’t tell you how long we have been holding onto this song, waiting for the right time to release it. This was one of the most fun collaborative efforts we have ever done and I hope that everyone enjoys the video as much as we enjoyed making it. We know people have been anticipating this song’s release for a while so we wanted to make sure the people got what they were expecting plus some things that they weren’t. Bryan Kuznitz is a very dear friend of Dark Divine and we were so glad he was willing to hop on the song as well as the video.” Says Dark Divine’s lead vocalist, Anthony Martinez about the track’s collaboration. Alongside this release come the announcement of their highly anticipated, debut full-length record, Deadly Fun, produced by Zach Jones (Chelsea Grin, We Came As Romans, Fit For A King) is due out September 8 via Thriller Records.

“Paper Crown” premiering via SiriusXM Octane Test Drive, holds nothing back, intertwining hard-rock melodies that erupt into an insanely catchy chorus. Dark Divine showcases their ability to ignite a furious passion among cinematic screams that are placed strategically against glossy clean vocals provided by Kuznitz and Dark Divine’s lead vocalist, Anthony Martinez. This pair’s chemistry is unmatched causing “Paper Crown” to be a stand-out single. The track’s music video immerses fans in a grimacing yet dignified atmosphere.

“”Paper Crown” is a song about confronting people with narcissistic tendencies. It is often that we find ourselves putting our own mental health at risk in an effort to please those who only want to hurt us. The toxicity that bleeds from narcissistic personalities can greatly reduce our standards for behavior that we are willing to tolerate.” Says Martinez about the new track.

“”Paper Crown” was a blast to work on with Dark Divine. They came in with the hook and we worked the whole song around that. It’s got a killer vibe and the lyrics hit hard. I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out and I wish these guys nothing but the best as they continue to grow in the industry.” Says Kuznitz about working on the new track.

“Paper Crown” can be found on Dark Divine’s forthcoming debut LP, Deadly Fun due out September 8 via Thriller Records. The record is a follow-up to the band’s EP, Halloweentown (released via InVogue Records) which has surpassed 5M streams.

“Each song has its own message but the whole album is based on different individuals’ fear of literal, spiritual, or emotional death. It explores what it’s like going through daily life and never knowing what’s around the corner, down a hallway, or in the basement. Like walking through a mystery funhouse or a creepy carnival. It’s fun but also terrifying at times. Without that fear, everything would be taken for granted.” Says Martinez about the forthcoming record.

Deadly Fun plays with themes of the fear of different types of death from emotional, spiritual and literal. Dark Divine explores anxious feelings throughout worry and doubt as they create graveyard storylines laced in the mystery of a freak-show funhouse.

Deadly Fun Tracklist:

Fans can catch the band directly supporting Black Veil Brides and VV on a North American Tour this Fall. Tickets are now available. See Tour Dates Below.

“This tour is a dream come true and will be something special. Dark Divine is new to the scene but garnering a lot of attention quickly and rightfully so. They are hands down one of the best young bands out there, and we are certain the BVB Army and VV fans will love them.” Says Black Veil Brides Frontman, Andy Biersack about the upcoming tour.

Tour Dates

9/10 – Louisville, KY – Paristown Hall
9/11 – Birmingham, AL – Avondale Brewing Company
9/12 – St. Petersburg, FL – Jannus Live
9/14 – Myrtle Beach, SC – House of Blues
9/15 – Baltimore, MD – Rams Head Live!
9/16 – Niagara Falls, NY – The Rapids Theater
9/17 – Toronto, ON – HISTORY
9/19 – Montreal, QC – MTELUS
9/20 – Hampton Beach, NH – Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom
9/22 – Wallingford, CT – Dome at Toyota Oakdale Theater
9/23 – Bethlehem, PA – Wind Creek Event Center
9/24 – Montclair, NJ – The Wellmont Theater
9/25 – Huntington, NY – The Paramount
9/27 – Grand Rapids, MI – GLC Live at 20 Monroe
9/28 – Gary, IN – Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
9/29 – Columbus, OH – KEMBA Live!*
9/30 – Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
10/1 – Chesterfield, MO – The Factory
10/3 – Austin, TX – ACL Live
10/5 – Tulsa, OK – Tulsa Theater
10/6 – Omaha, NE – Steelhouse Omaha
10/7 – Madison, WI – The Sylvee
10/9 – Winnipeg, MB – Burton Cummings Theatre
10/11 – Edmonton, AB – Edmonton Convention Centre
10/12 – Calgary, AB – Grey Eagle Event Centre
10/14 – Vancouver, BC – Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
10/15 – Spokane, WA – The Podium
10/16 – Seattle, WA – Paramount Theatre
10/18 – Garden City, ID – Revolution Concert House
10/19 – Wheatland, CA – Hard Rock Live
10/20 – Riverside, CA – Riverside Municipal Auditorium

About Dark Divine: Dark Divine is: Anthony Martinez (vocals), Jason Thomas Mueller (guitar), Robby Lynch (guitar), Triston Blaize (drums) and Jarret Robinson (bass.) “Deep into that darkness peering, long I stood there, wondering, fearing, doubting, dreaming dreams no mortal ever dared to dream before.” You may recognize this passage from Edgar Allan Poe’s iconic poem, “The Raven.” Darkness has a certain divine power over us. It can instill uncertainty and fear while simultaneously enamoring us with a romanticized feeling of mystery and despair. It is a force that we are undeniably drawn to. Whether it be a horror movie, a haunted house, or a song that captures its sinister essence, darkness has a way of pulling us in and Dark Divine has mastered the art of capturing that essence. Hailing from Orlando, FL this Hard Rock act shows us a side of darkness that brings a sentiment of anguish mixed with a sincere notion of understanding. The band’s new single “Paper Crown (feat. Bryan Kuznitz of Fame On Fire,)” premiered on Octane is the newest release of the band’s growing discography. — “”Paper Crown” is a song about confronting people with narcissistic tendencies. It is often that we find ourselves putting our own mental health at risk in an effort to please those who only want to hurt us. The toxicity that bleeds from narcissistic personalities can greatly reduce our standards for behavior that we are willing to tolerate.” Says frontman Anthony Martinez about the single. “Dancing Dead” and “Drown” are hair-raising tracks, immersing fans in a fear-stricken world. These singles serve as follow-up songs to the band’s previously released singles, found on their EP, Halloweentown, and “Circles” showcases Dark Divine’s horror-driven atmosphere in a theatrical way. Conceptual ideology aside, the band brings hard hitting instrumentation and a vocal power that stands to cement the act as a fresh mainstay of the hard rock and metal genres for years to come. Dark Divine have garnered early and notable support from Octane around their song “Halloweentown” and playlist support from Spotifty’s Rock Hard and Apple Music’s Breaking Metal. Dark Divine has received press support from outlets such as idobi Radio, Outburn Magazine and New Noise Magazine. “The confines of Florida have seen some absolutely epic bands make names for themselves, but it’s time to look to the future. There is a quickly rising band that is making all the right moves in all the right places. With only [an EP] currently under their belt… Dark Divine is playing all the right cards.” Says New Noise about the band. The band continues to grow their die-hard fanbase of “reapers” who show their devotion at every show. They have also recently shared the stage with Famous Last Words, Limbs and have wrapped their first national tour with Until I Wake and Catch Your Breath this spring. Fans can catch the band in support of Black Veil Brides and VV on their forthcoming headlining tour. “This tour is a dream come true and will be something special. Dark Divine is new to the scene but garnering a lot of attention quickly and rightfully so. They are hands down one of the best young bands out there, and we are certain the BVB Army and VV fans will love them.” Andy Biersack / Black Veil Brides frontman says regarding their upcoming tour. Dark Divine’s debut Deadly Fun, produced by Zach Jones (Chelsea Grin, We Came As Romans, Fit For A King) out September 8th via Thriller Records.

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