"Devastate" is a song by Canadian-American rock supergroup Saint Asonia. It was released on February 7, 2023 as the third single from their compilation album, Introvert/Extrovert.[1] The song was also included on their Extrovert EP.[2]
| "Devastate" | ||||
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| Single by Saint Asonia | ||||
| from the album Introvert/Extrovert | ||||
| Released | February 7, 2023 | |||
| Genre | Alternative metal | |||
| Length | 3:32 | |||
| Label | Spinefarm Records | |||
| Songwriter(s) |
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| Producer(s) | Anton DeLost | |||
| Saint Asonia singles chronology | ||||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Devastate" on YouTube | ||||
Background
edit"Devastate" is a song about, "addiction and the devastation both alcohol and drugs can bring someone and their loved ones."[3] Lead vocalist Adam Gontier wrote the track about the people in his life who "leave a trail of destruction behind them." He added, "I feel like we've all got, or had, someone in our lives that was just evil. Not caring about anything but themselves, and turning everything they touch into darkness."[4]
Composition
edit"Devastate" was written by Adam Gontier and Keith Wallen whilst production was handled by Anton DeLost who also co-wrote the song.[5] Described as the band's heaviest tracks to date, the song is a fast and thrash heavy track, with hooky riffs and a blistering breakdown.[3]
Music video
editThe music video for "Devastate" premiered via YouTube on March 16, 2023. The music video was directed by Justin Reich.[6]
Track listing
edit| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Devastate" (acoustic) | 3:27 |
| 2. | "Above It All" (acoustic) | 3:20 |
Credits and personnel
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Saint Asonia
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Production
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Charts
edit| Chart (2023) | Peak position |
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| Canada Rock (Billboard)[7] | 35 |
| US Mainstream Rock (Billboard)[8] | 22 |
Release history
edit| Region | Date | Format | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | February 7, 2023 | Active rock | RCA | [1] |
| Various | June 29, 2023 | Digital download | [9] |
References
edit- ^ a b "Future Releases - Rock". All Access. Archived from the original on February 2, 2023. Retrieved March 19, 2023.
- ^ "Saint Asonia Announce New Extrovert EP + Share Wolf". Rock N' Loud. Retrieved December 31, 2023.
- ^ a b Samuel Stevens (November 16, 2022). "Saint Asonia - Extrovert EP". Crucial Rhythm. Retrieved December 31, 2023.
- ^ "Saint Asonia Launch Music Video For New Single Devastate". Brave Words. March 16, 2023. Retrieved March 19, 2023.
- ^ "Devastate - Song by Saint Asonia". AllMusic. Retrieved December 31, 2023.
- ^ "Saint Asonia Share Devastate Video". Rock N' Loud. Retrieved March 19, 2023.
- ^ "Canada Rock: July 1, 2023". Billboard. July 1, 2023. Archived from the original on June 28, 2023. Retrieved June 28, 2023.
- ^ "Mainstream Rock Songs: June 17, 2023". Billboard. June 17, 2023. Retrieved June 28, 2023.
- ^ "Devastate - Single by Saint Asonia". Apple Music. Retrieved December 6, 2023.