You know the best part of being a massive fan of bands? We get to see them grow and flourish together. Not only that, but we also get to see them conquer the world with their solo projects! And we are buzzing with excitement for this one. You all know we’re big Shinedown stans in this hive, so hearing that Eric Bass is releasing his debut solo album, I Had A Name, early next year has us screaming the house down!
Eric Bass is a remarkable songwriter as well as a sensational multi-instrumentalist. He’s also well-known for his success in the world-renowned rock band Shinedown. Considering all we’ve seen from him, this album will take our playlists by storm. I Had A Name is set to be an explosive world of empowerment with its songs as well as its stories and characters, and Eric Bass is leading the charge to create something unbelievably special.
And do you want to know the best bit? The lead single gives us a taste of what’s to come! ‘Mind Control’ is a powerful introduction to a larger story with abundant meaning, and Eric Bass takes the helm as he introduces us to the lead character, Devaren. Ultimately, it’s about the chaos that depression can stir within our minds, and we think that Eric has painted this in such a powerful way.
“’Mind Control’ is part of a larger story than I’m telling on this record and in the graphic novel that goes along with it. We’re following this character Devaren as he’s talking about his disdain for the population and how he can’t stand them, but at the end of the song he has this reflective moment where he actually regrets everything he’s been doing. The interesting thing about the characters in this story is that they represent a different part of my neurodivergence and mental health journey. In ‘Mind Control’ Devaren represents the depression that has crept into my life over the years that I didn’t see coming. I just had to personify that in a character so in ‘Mind Control’ it has taken over, but ultimately in our story it will be defeated.”
Eric Bass on the meaning behind ‘Mind Control’ from his upcoming solo album I Had A Name
The lyrics in ‘Mind Control’ are unbelievably vivid while also telling such an impactful story from start to finish. Honestly? Eric Bass is a creative genius, and we are excited to be a part of his world.
‘Mind Control’ is just the beginning, and considering how obsessed we are with this track, Eric’s album will be everything we have ever dreamed of.
Eric Bass’s debut solo album, I Had A Name, will be ours to love on February 28th, and you can pre-save/preorder it now!
Are you excited for Eric Bass’s I Had A Name, and do you love ‘Mind Control’ as much as we do? Let us know by tweeting us @thehoneypop! You can also find us on Discord, Facebook, and Instagram.
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