Less than a decade since their formation in Arcole (Verona, Italy) and two years after the release of their second EP “Golden House” and opening for Zen Circus at the Sherwood Festival, the Veronese duo Attack the Sun, a gem in the Italian alternative scene, returns to merge rock, hip hop, electronics, and introspection in “Paranoia” (Virgin Music LAS Release/Newphonix/distr. Universal Music Italia).
With this new single, Alessandro Stevani and Giacomo Feltre reassert themselves as ambassadors of a sound that challenges genre boundaries, creating an explosive combination that becomes a manifesto of freedom from the traps of being, a musical confession that tackles the daily struggle against the fears that besiege us, building impenetrable walls in our minds. The lyrics encapsulate the essence of the fight between the fear of losing self-control and the desire for emancipation: «Paranoia is my only fear», admits the duo, laying the foundations of a narrative that not only delves into the shadows of the human soul but also illuminates the way out through acceptance and resilience.
A cathartic journey into the depths of the psyche that conveys a powerful message and, in the evocative passage «Don’t be afraid I’d like to save you from my mistakes», serves as an invitation to overcome self-imposed barriers, seeing mistakes not as limits but as stepping stones towards understanding and controlling one’s emotions.
This new chapter in their career is not only an exhortation to resilience but also an admission of vulnerability that humanizes the listening experience. The song’s acceptance and the significant message it conveys transform into a promise of redemption, a bridge thrown over the turbulent waters of self-reflection, encouraging the audience to embrace their mistakes as necessary steps toward personal growth and emotional freedom.
The music of Attack the Sun thus becomes not just the perfect soundtrack for reflecting on the precious value of vulnerabilities but also the keystone for overcoming those mental boundaries that too often confine us in a “dark and isolated cell.”
In anticipation of their third self-titled EP “Paranoia” – which promises to further explore the dynamics of the human spirit and is scheduled for release on May 24 – this new single solidifies Attack the Sun as one of the most authentic and innovative bands in the Italian alternative music scene.
With “Paranoia,” accompanied by the official music video directed by Tommy Antonini and filmed at the Effugio Escape Room in Verona, Attack the Sun not only marks their dynamic return to the music scene but also offers an invitation to reflect on the transformative capacity of music. “Paranoia” heralds an era of profound reflection not just for the band but for anyone who listens, inviting on a personal discovery journey where music becomes a guide, comfort, and above all, hope.
Biography.
Attack the Sun is an alternative rock duo formed in 2015 in Arcole (VR) consisting of Alessandro Stevani (vocals, keyboards, and rapping) and Giacomo Feltre (backing vocals and drums). In 2016, they began recording their first originals, including them in their debut demo. Between 2016 and 2018, they participated in various contests – like the Marilù Rock Contest #5, Vicenza Rock Contest, Pistoia Blues Festival: Obiettivo BluesIn, Sanremo Rock & Trend Festival, and the Invasioni Sonore – always ranking at the top and winning the 9th edition of the Vicenza Rock Contest in 2018. On September 28 of the same year, they released their first official single “Nothing Better,” and in March 2019, they returned to digital platforms with the EP “Parallel Systems.” The following year, in 2020, they participated in a charity initiative for children affected by war for War Child UK, promoted by Hot Vox. On November 22, 2020, the duo made their comeback with a new single “Our Demons.” A year later, it was the turn of “Golden House,” a track that titled their second EP, released on digital platforms a few months later. In June 2022, Attack the Sun participated in the X Factor Auditions, and on July 14, 2022, they were the opening act for Zen Circus at the Sherwood Festival in Padua. On September 29, they released the single “Red Eye,” and exactly a month later, they opened for dARI at The Factory in Verona. On November 10, 2022, they performed at Magazzini Generali, opening for the American rapper Oliver Tree and Melancholia in a soldout event, confirming their talent and gaining exposure to a new significant audience. On March 15, 2024, they return to digital stores with “Paranoia,” a track produced by the Cosmophonix Artist Development team and distributed by Universal Music Italia, which precedes the third self-titled EP set to be released on May 24, 2024. Innovative, charismatic, and dynamic, Attack the Sun make the fusion of different genres and sounds their stylistic hallmark, establishing themselves as one of the most interesting and continuously evolving realities in the Italian alternative rock scene. Their music, a skillful blend of rock, hip hop, and electronics, is a journey through emotions and stories that speaks directly to the listener’s heart, inviting a deep dive into one’s feelings.