Nicole Brice
Oct 30, 2024
‘Pitiful’ sets a new direction for the music of XIII Minutes.
Releasing November 1, 2024, 'Pitiful' by XIII Minutes is a powerful anthem and is THE perfect song to set a new direction for the band’s music. It's a sound that's hard to compare, and it's a sound that I can't wait to hear more of. We’ll see more of this band in the press in 2025. Just watch.
'Pitiful' kicks off with a distant chorus of voices, setting the stage for a unique sound that will pique your curiosity. The song then builds to a thematic climax in the introduction, jamming right out the gate.
Melodic lyrics start taking hold when your head nods as the pre-chorus starts in. Crunching guitars, precision drumming that will leave you in awe, and a solid chorus make this song one that you’ll be listening to on repeat in no time.
“‘Pitiful’ tackles the topic of addiction (of any form) and shows it for what it is – a trap. There’s something very human about the desire to escape from life’s pain. It’s a relatable feeling, but our goal is to inspire listeners to engage in life in a much deeper and raw way. There is hope in the journey, and we can only begin to understand that hope when we tackle our pain head-on and sober.”
I previously reviewed ‘Cult Leader,’ which has an entirely different sound than ‘Pitiful.’ The production on ‘Pitiful’ is tight, and the entire song ends with you still wanting more. While the song's brevity leaves you craving more, it also adds to its charm, and is a testament to its quality.
“We understand that not everything can be wrapped up in a 3–4-minute song, but despite tackling darker subject matter, we always want to sprinkle seeds of hope in our songs.”
XIII Minutes has been around for a while, consistently delivering high-quality melodic rock throughout the years. However, they didn’t come onto my radar until earlier this year. Since then, they've quickly become one of my new favorite bands, especially after their previous release, Cult Leader.
‘Pitiful’ is a perfectly orchestrated song with textures, rhythm, and soaring vocals. The song will stick with you long after it has finished and resonate with anyone who likes a solid, melodic rock song.
“One can never discount what an amazing producer can do to bring ideas to life and help a band funnel them in creating a focused output. In the writing of ‘Pitiful,’ we worked with producer extraordinaire Kevin Gates at Reach Audio, who, among others, has produced music by Afroman. Kevin brought out the best in us, and I think this song reflects just how amazing he is.”
I’ve listened to ‘Pitiful’ five times, and it gets even better each time. If you truly want to enjoy It, might I suggest an excellent pair of headphones? They will make your listening experience much better.
Stream ‘Pitiful’ everywhere on November 1st.
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https://www.facebook.com/xiiiminutesofficial/
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/170qLAyfpGyLLTCu1QcDhL
Rottweiler Records:
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https://www.instagram.com/xiiiminutesband/
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