The chains arrive like a whisper; light as thread, soft as breath, gentle as a promise never meant to be kept. They slip around the wrists, weightless at first, an embrace mistaken for comfort. Days pass; nights dissolve; the hands forget their strength. The mind bends, the body obeys. The glass holds a reflection no longer familiar, blurred by a fog too thick to see through. And yet—somewhere, a tremor; a shudder of reckoning. A hand twitches, a voice stirs, a will long buried begins to rise. The first step is heavy, the next uncertain… but the road is open.
The knight wakes in rusted armor, blade dulled, shield splintered, bearing the bruises of a thousand battles fought and lost. The enemy speaks in soft seduction, disguised as mercy, whispering surrender. But beneath the weight, a fire flickers. The gauntlets loosen, the visor lifts. The hands remember their grip. The knight rides forward, weary but unbroken.
A Different Kind of Carnage, the latest single from Rosegarden Funeral Party‘s latest album From The Ashes, continues the band’s legacy of blending gothic sonics with modern pop sensibility and emotionally evocative storytelling. Leah Lane, the band’s frontwoman, described the song as both a deeply personal reflection and a nod to the influences of Roxy Music’s Avalon era, A Different Kind of Carnage is about acknowledging and breaking free from the bondage of addiction—whether it’s to substances, unhealthy relationships, or self-destructive behaviours.
“It’s a call to arms for one’s own self-preservation, inspired by the elegant, medieval-meets-high-fashion visuals of Roxy Music’s work,” she says. “This song and video represent my journey of turning the page and reclaiming my power.”
The music video was directed, filmed, and edited by Erin Devany of All Hallows Productions, marking the latest collaboration in a creative partnership spanning over seven years and 40 music videos. The video concept was inspired by a surprising snowstorm in Texas and the work of photographer Naya Kotko.
“Every time that Leah and I embark on a new creative journey, we tend to take somewhat of a blind approach,” says Devany. “This one in particular was spur of the moment, driven by surprise Texas weather and visual inspiration. We took to the frozen wilderness, threw caution to the wind, and balanced the stark brightness of snow with warm, dark visuals captured in my backyard. The snow nearly broke my camera and froze our fingers to the bone, but it was worth every second. Each scene fell into place perfectly, belonging alongside the song’s haunting beauty.”
Watch A Different Kind of Carnage below:
Rosegarden Funeral Party continues to redefine the gothic genre with their emotionally charged lyrics, dynamic performances, and messages of kindness and self-love. From the Ashes showcases a band at the height of their artistic prowess, resonating deeply with audiences worldwide.
On Tuesday January 28th Rosegarden Funeral Party announced their expansive 2025 U.S. headline tour, which will span over 30 cities nationwide. The tour will feature handpicked support from some of Leah’s contemporary favorites, including Astari Nite, Trigger Disciple, Missing, and more!
- Apr 3 – Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad
- Apr 4 – Phoenix, AZ @ Last Exit
- Apr 5 – Yuma, AZ @ Tarros Chicali
- Apr 6 – San Diego, CA @ Whistle Stop
- Apr 8 – Los Angeles, CA @ Moroccan Lounge
- Apr 9 – San Francisco, CA @ The Knockout
- Apr 11 – Portland, OR @ Coffin Club Apr 12 – Seattle, WA @ Fun House
- Apr 14 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge
- Apr 15 – Denver, CO @ HQ
- Apr 17 – Omaha, NE @ Reverb Lounge
- Apr 18 – Minneapolis, MN @ Uptown VFW
- Apr 19 – Milwaukee, WI @ Club Garibaldi
- Apr 20 – Chicago, IL @ Beat Kitchen
- Apr 21 – Detroit, MI @ Lager House
- Apr 22 – Columbus, OH @ Rumba
- Apr 23 – Louisville, KY @ Art Sanctuary
- Apr 25 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Smalls Funhouse
- Apr 27 – Baltimore, MD @ Metro Gallery
- Apr 30 – Lewiston, ME @ LA Arts
- May 1 – Boston, MA @ O’Brien’s
- May 2 – Dark Force Fest
- May 3 – Richmond, VA @ Fallout
- May 4 – Durham, NC @ The Pinhook
- May 6 – Charlotte, NC @ Snug Harbor
- May 7 – Chattanooga, TN @ JJ’s Bohemia
- May 9 – Orlando, FL @ Conduit
- May 10 – West Palm Beach, FL @ Respectable Street
- May 11 – Tampa, FL @ New World Brewery
- May 13 – New Orleans, LA @ Siberia
- May 14 – Houston, TX @ The End
- May 15 – Austin, TX @ Elysium
- May 16 – McAllen, TX @ The Gremlin
- May 17 – San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger
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