CRUCIAL VELOCITY Unveils Official Video for "Controller" – A Dark Reflection on Technology’s Grip

Featuring Members of King Diamond, Shaolin Death Squad, and Chastain Harris

Video Premiere: Friday, March 7, 2025Album: Controller – Available Now: https://orcd.co/controller

Dallas/Ft Worth, Texas – Progressive metal force CRUCIAL VELOCITY is set to drop the official music video for “Controller” on Friday, March 7, 2025. Following the success of their sophomore album Controller, released on January 10, 2025, the band continues to push boundaries with their thought-provoking themes and razor-sharp musicianship.

“Controller” – Who is Really in Control?

The title track and its video explore the overwhelming influence of technology on our daily lives. In a world where people rely on their devices for information, entertainment, and even social interaction, “Controller” raises the question: Are we in control of technology, or has it taken control of us?

“We rely on it. We feed on it. We are entertained by it. We get our news from it. Over time, the cell phone has become the ‘Controller’. We have become slaves to technology, but… who is really in control?” says Nate Bauer, the band’s mastermind and primary songwriter.

The “Controller” video delivers a dark, cinematic visual narrative that perfectly complements the song’s intense energy. The track itself embodies the band’s signature blend of progressive metal, hard rock, and thrash, creating a haunting and heavy atmosphere that lingers long after the final note.

A Band with a Powerful Message

CRUCIAL VELOCITY has been turning heads since their debut, featuring a powerhouse lineup of seasoned musicians:

Matt Thompson (Drums) – King Diamond, Shaolin Death Squad

Androo O’Hearn (Vocals, Keyboards) – Shaolin Death Squad

Michael Harris (Guitar Solos) – Thought Chamber, Darkology, Vitalij Kuprij

Nate Bauer (Songwriter, Guitar, Bass, Keyboard) – Solo Projects, Influenced by Opeth, Black Sabbath, Voivod

With themes of control, oppression, and modern-day enslavement, Controller is an album that demands attention. The band has received acclaim from Metalized, Powerplay, Rock Hard Italy, and Metallurg Magazines, with airplay across Europe, South America, and Mexico.

Don’t Miss the Video Premiere on March 7, 2025!

Fans can stream “Controller” now on all major platforms and catch the official video premiere on March 7, 2025.

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Watch the “Controller” Video on March 7, 2025!