'Call Of The Void' - Official Promo Video

The second single from Devin's upcoming studio album "Lightwork" which is now available to pre-order in various formats. The record is set for release on November 4th!

Hey all =) Dev here again...

So here’s the second single from Lightwork. This song is ‘Call Of The Void’ and while It isn’t particularly complex, its a really good vibe and I hope you like it. As much as it may be too ‘pop’ for a lot of metal fans, those who know my work will probably know I have been going back and forth between brutal things and chill things since the very beginning, so this probably wont come as much of a surprise.

And at the end of the day, it’s one of the things I felt like saying after all the tumult of the past few years. 'Dialing it down' seemed a bit more appropriate to me than 'revving it up'.

...‘Dev’ Leppard I guess =)

When I sat to write Lightwork, I wasn’t sure what would appear and was honestly surprised at what came out. After the chaos of 'The Puzzle', I suppose I needed to write something bright, optimistic, and linear. The thing that was most surprising to me about the music that came out was that it was (by and large) pretty chilled out. I can understand why some other musicians came through this period with lots of rage and fury, but frankly… I just wasn’t feeling that. I was pretty drained and wanted something to cool me down a bit.

Writing something like ‘Call Of The Void’ was done with the intention of having something to listen to on a nice bright morning. Mixing and recording this song also gave me a bit of respite from the perpetual chaos in the media, and I can only hope it has a similar effect on some others.

I want to give credit to Martin Kennedy and his song ‘Can You Hear The Sound’ for inspiring this track a few years ago. Every now and then a song just hits ‘right’, and that track and album (The Slow Light) was the soundtrack of a great couple of months a few years back. Thanks Martin =)

Sometimes through difficult times come realizations. For me: there came a realization over the last two years that to do anything other than follow what inspires me is pointless at this stage. And although there will undoubtedly be people who will be disappointed, fundamentally are we not meant to change? Who knows, but at any rate: I always keep changing, so here’s music from that process.

Concept:

The concept of the song is based around the ‘call of the void’ as an analogy for intrusive thoughts. I first heard the term describing 'the temptation to hurl yourself over the cliff when your driving a car'… or to 'put your hand in the fire when you know you’ll get burned’ etc… thoughts that you know are wrong, but you fear that you won’t be able to control the impulses to deny it. The point being: often I feel we have a choice, and trying not to lose sight of that was very important to me during recent difficult times.

In terms of the visuals:

All through lockdown, I really fell in love with ‘cabview train journeys’ that ‘RailCowGirl’ and others were posting on YouTube. Essentially, they are often full, first person journeys to cold and distant places, far from the chaos of the world, with a sense of constant momentum really calmed me. Maybe being on tour for so many years is what made it a comfort to watch during lockdown, but in any event, I started writing with the videos playing in the background in the studio and so I thought it would be appropriate for this video.

In regards to the ’story’ of these three videos, the character is now on the train headed to where the Lighthouse is located.

So there you go… song two. It’s about not letting the chaos of the world shake you. Trying to stay calm at our center to try and get through it all.

Take care =)

Dev

[Deadhead]

Am I the only one who really needed a song like this right now?

[paulwalker]

There’s some days I reach a place where I feel my soul needs a hug. This song is that hug.

[sacredchaos.]

i wonder if devin really knows just how much he impacts some of us with his music

[Maintenancebay]

What's crazy is you can sit and listen and think: 'God he's got a great voice but I wonder what stuff he uses to add to it." And the dude could literally sit next to you with an acoustic and his voice would sound the same. Dev is a once in a millennium kind of fantastic

[MissK]

This is one of those songs that needs to be played loud with the windows or top down, at night through the desert. Just you, the stars, and this ethereal masterpiece.

[shadyhaleem]

I’ll always be grateful that I lived in Devin’s era.
This song contains so many ardent tones. And I’m sure the rest of the album will just be loaded.

[alexburchell]

This song feels like a musical hug. Can't wait to hear the rest of the album!

[thehumbugclanandchums]

I think this album is going to be pure therapy. It should be available on prescription! Thank you Devin, you are a wonderful soul ❤

[BiancaTallarico]

If I ever meet Devin I want to tell him how much Empath and Lightwork saved my life. I have bad depression and anxiety. These two albums have been therapy for me when I'm not at my therapist. I have bad mental health days and when I put these two albums on I go on a sunny journey. Thank you Devin!

[debopamroy]

Devin's evolution in music is worth a study. You'll grow with him.

[eddiehauser]

Maybe I’m being a prisoner of the moment here but I feel like this is one of the best songs he’s put out recently

[nasferon]

Every time I hear this song, I just wanna give you a big hug, brother. Heavy, mellow, metal, country, pop, the world needs Devin Townsend and his art. I'm glad you found an outlet for a tough time. Be well, stay well, and never stop being you, dude. You're a wonderful human being above all.

[shanemathers]

I feel like Devin has a generational voice. I don't think I have ever listened to anyone who can fill me with absolute inner peace with the calmness of his voice and then deliver the chills when he hits the vocal fry like only he can. Couple all that with amazing guitar work, stunning production and amazing lyrics, and it really is amazing that he isn't a household name. And he seems like such a genuinely nice guy.

[therealjoker-ilhw]

I can't stop listening

This song should have millions of likes not 6k
This is one of the best songs out there and I feel you devin.
Your an amazing man and have brought everyone happiness with your music
Thank you for being true

Would love to meet you brother

Your music takes me to another plane of existence

[PennsylvaniaDualSport]

My father has been on life support the last several days. I will play this for him when I get there this morning in hopes that it will make him feel alive again and wake up

[NeoN]

Man, didn't know how much I needed something like this right now. At the moment my life is at it's worst point with things so out of control.
Somehow Dev is always there at the right time, to cheer me up when I'm down, for which I'm really grateful.

[xMRxZEROx]

My man. You're the only artist I know who can impress me regardless of what style he writes. This song has so much emotion in it. Thank you for being who you are Dev. You make life better for me. 🤘🏻🥰

[arnoldlayne]

This is like Ki and Casualties of Cool in a blender with dustings of Epicloud and Addicted! across the top. Love it!

[stoplookinguphere]

This was one of my favorite songs that Devin released over quarantine, so it's amazing to hear the expanded version of it. Can't wait for October 28th!

[jasonvincion]

Beautiful. It's hitting me right in the feels. Tearing up and smiling at the same time. Thank you, Devin.