Nicole Brice
Apr 10, 2026
Panic is a song full of twists and turns.
Sometimes we hit a creative slump, but as luck would have it, a song can come along to pull us out of our funk and remind us why we started this journey in the first place. Enter the latest track from XIII Minutes called ‘Panic’. This band came onto my radar a few years ago, and since then, every single song they've released has been excellent. This band isn't new; since forming in 2015, they have been steadily making progress, touring, and spreading their sound.
For those not familiar, XIII Minutes is an alternative metal/metalcore band originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and in 2023, they made a powerful comeback with Jerrod Cunningham joining as vocalist. If you haven't experienced Jerrod’s incredible vocal talents, you definitely should. Go now. This guy has a voice from heaven. No lie. The current line-up of XIII Minutes is: Jerrod Cunningham (Lead Vocals), John Watson (Lead Guitar, Back Up Vocals), and Jamie Kucinski (Drums).
Released on April 10, 2026, ‘Panic’ is the latest in a series of killer songs that XIII Minutes continues to produce. The song starts slowly but then gradually builds and intensifies. Boy, does it build. While ‘Pitiful’ remains my favorite XIII Minutes track to date, ‘Panic’ is a close second. The beat and haunting lyrics set the tone for a song full of twists and turns. As the guitar kicks in, the song grows more intense, leading to an explosive chorus: “My head is caving in – overcome by the panic.” Boom. And there it is. The song maintains a steady groove, features excellent breakdowns, and has just the right amount of heaviness. However, the real highlight of this song is the lyrics! Lyrically, XIII Minutes delivers solid material every time. Songs that make you think. Songs that make you feel.
Go stream ‘Panic’ now! It’s out everywhere. Also, be sure to catch XIII Minutes live this spring and summer. They have quite a bit going on.
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