Undoubtedly, punk rock as a genre has experienced a clear resurgence in recent years. Bringing back that nostalgic essence that characterized our adolescent days in the 90s and 2000s. Today, Matthew S. Horner, a talented multi-instrumentalist musician from Illinois, arrives to reinforce this premise with the release of his new single titled 'Undisputed'.
With a spectacular discography under his belt, which includes numerous studio releases including two full-length albums and various promotional singles, Matthew S. Horner has gradually established himself as a prominent figure in the punk rock culture worldwide. With a fan base that grows day by day and standout releases accumulating over 12,000 streams on Spotify and hundreds of monthly listeners, today he returns to delight us once again with his electrifying and strident melodies and his energetic rhythms.
His particular approach to the style, oriented towards subgenres like pop-punk and skate punk, makes his musical compositions immediately resonate with listeners. We've all enjoyed some pop-punk hits at some point during our adolescence, where bands like blink-182, Sum 41, and Good Charlotte shook up the music scene and even had a significant presence in the world of video games, with Tony Hawk's Pro Skater being one of the pioneers responsible for introducing this captivating genre to new audiences.
What stands out most about Matthew's sound is precisely his ability to preserve that essence of the style in its original state. He achieves this through a raw, energetic, and lively sound, yet skillfully balances it with an avant-grade aura and a renewed aesthetic using modern recording techniques.
'Undisputed' tackles the complexities of life and the challenges we face daily, but from a comforting perspective. Through its lyrics, it invites listeners to stay strong and keep going, even when everything seems to be against you.
"'Undisputed' it’s about when life gets you down and you learn to fight back... never give up".-
Matthew S. Horner - Singer, Songwriter
Its sharp guitar riffs transcend the typical power chord strumming of punk rock, as 'Undisputed' boasts energetic sections with 'palm muting', melodic and intensity changes, and even spectacular lead licks that accompany Matthew's commanding vocal performance. The percussion, on the other hand, helps create nuances between the different sections of the song with numerous breaks and rhythmic changes, offering an intensely dynamic experience from start to finish pushing his message forward.
'Undisputed', officially released on May 4, 2024, marks his tenth release so far this year, proving that his mind and musical skill are an endless source of creativity always ready to bring truly remarkable tracks to punk rock enthusiasts.
If you've enjoyed 'Undisputed', you definitely need to experience the complete discography of this talented artist, which you can find at the following link. Also, don't forget to follow him on social media to stay updated on his latest news and upcoming releases!
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