"Everything Is a Cult" is a single by American rock band Hinder from their upcoming untitled seventh studio album. It was released on November 15, 2024, via Evil Teen Records as the second single from their upcoming seventh studio album.[4][5][6][7]

Background

The band began incorporating "Everything Is a Cult" into their live performances as early as June 2022.[8] Following its release, the band announced the "Back to Life Tour 2025," with Saliva, Kingdom Collapse, and Kelsey Hickman, as well as select tour dates in July with Creed and Nickelback to promote their latest singles and forthcoming seventh studio album.[9][10][11]

"Everything Is a Cult" marks a continuation of Hinder's exploration of contemporary themes, following their earlier 2024 release, "Live Without It". Both tracks signify the band's renewed creative energy and commitment to addressing relevant societal issues through music.[12][13]

Content

"Everything Is a Cult" is a politically charged song, reflecting on societal divisions and the pervasive influence of propaganda. Drummer Cody Hanson commented on the song's theme, stating that while Americans share more commonalities than they might admit, there's a tendency to accept propaganda that aligns with personal beliefs, leading individuals to retreat to partisan corners and disregard the truth. The track showcases Hinder's signature explosive songwriting and highlights vocalist Marshal Dutton's dynamic range, aiming to resonate with fans through its intense energy and thought-provoking lyrics.[14][15]

Charts

As of February 2025, "Everything Is a Cult" has not had any chart success as their previous single Live Without It did.[16]

Personnel

Music video

The official music video for "Everything Is a Cult" was directed by Reagan Elkins, visually reinforces the song's politically charged themes.[21] The video features the band's high-energy performance, highlighting their intensity and the raw emotion of the track. Interwoven with the performance are striking visuals depicting societal division and the tactical use of propaganda, mirroring the song's commentary on contemporary issues. Through its compelling imagery, the video amplifies the song's message, prompting viewers to consider the pervasive impact of media and political polarization.[22][23]

References

  1. ^ "Everything Is A Cult". November 15, 2024 – via open.spotify.com.
  2. ^ "Everything Is A Cult - Single by Hinder on Apple Music". November 15, 2024 – via music.apple.com.
  3. ^ "Hinder - Everything Is A Cult Lyrics | Musixmatch". www.musixmatch.com.
  4. ^ Armstrong, Chuck ArmstrongChuck (October 16, 2024). "Hinder's Cody Hanson Is Excited For Band's Next Album - 'There's Something On It For Everyone'". Loudwire.
  5. ^ "HINDER Shares New Single 'Everything Is A Cult'". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. November 16, 2024.
  6. ^ "HINDER Shares New Single 'Everything Is A Cult'". Ultimate Metal Forum - Heavy Metal Forum and Community. November 16, 2024.
  7. ^ "When did Hinder release "Everything Is A Cult"?". Genius.
  8. ^ "Hinder Setlist at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, Catoosa". setlist.fm.
  9. ^ Childers, Chad ChildersChad (February 18, 2025). "Creed + Nickelback Co-Headlining 2025 Festival, Full Lineup Revealed". Loudwire.
  10. ^ "Rocklahoma Festival's 2025 Lineup Will Make You Want To Head Bang". Rock 92.5.
  11. ^ "HINDER - Back To Life Tour 2025 wsg Saliva & Kingdom Collapse".
  12. ^ B, Sam (November 25, 2024). "Hinder Brings the Heavy in New Single, 'Everything Is A Cult'".
  13. ^ "Hinder: 'Everything Is A Cult'-Musikvideo veröffentlicht - RockHard". www.rockhard.de.
  14. ^ "Hinder releases new single "Everything Is A Cult"". Audilous. November 17, 2024.
  15. ^ "HINDER Shares New Single 'Everything Is A Cult'".
  16. ^ "Hinder | Biography, Music & News". Billboard.
  17. ^ "Hinder Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More | Al..." AllMusic.
  18. ^ "KNAC.COM - Features - Exclusive Interview: CODY HANSON Of HINDER". www.knac.com.
  19. ^ "Joe Garvey Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More ..." AllMusic.
  20. ^ "EMG Pickups / Artist View / Electric Guitar Pickups, Bass Guitar Pickups, Acoustic Guitar Pickups". www.emgpickups.com.
  21. ^ Kukawinski, Phil (November 22, 2024). "Video Alert: Hinder - "Everything Is A Cult"". ALT 105.1.
  22. ^ "HINDER Shares Music Video For New Single 'Everything Is A Cult'". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. November 22, 2024.
  23. ^ "Hinder Premiere New Song "Everything Is A Cult"". November 16, 2024.
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