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Polaris: Music's Path After Loss
4 Oct
Summary
- Polaris released their first song since guitarist Ryan Siew's death.
- The new song, "Without You," addresses grief and the band's future.
- The band will play the main stage at Australia's Good Things Festival.
Polaris has released "Without You," their first new song since guitarist Ryan Siew's passing in 2023. This marks a significant step forward for the Australian metalcore band as they navigate creating music without him. The song is a poignant reflection on loss and the band's journey to continue their artistic endeavors.
Guitarist Rick Schneider stated that Siew is irreplaceable, and the band has taken time to contextualize his impact. Drummer Daniel Furnari described the release as bittersweet and cathartic, highlighting the challenge of conveying their grief. Despite the sadness, they feel pride in their resilience as a band.
The band confirmed their commitment to continuing, emphasizing that the question was never if, but how. They successfully completed their tour after Siew's death, finding strength and solidarity in each other. This resolve was further tested, but ultimately affirmed their dedication to both their past and future.
Writing "Without You" was an emotional process, with Siew's absence felt keenly. The song, featuring a riff from Schneider and lyrics from Furnari, embodies their collective message of moving forward. The band plans to release more music but is prioritizing letting this song resonate first.
Formed in 2012, Polaris has achieved significant success, with multiple albums charting in Australia's Top 10. Their latest album, "Fatalism," reached No. 1 in September 2023. They will be a headliner at the Good Things Festival, playing on the main stage in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane this December.
