Following the success of their recent single “Dust,” cinematic hard rock powerhouse Bastion Rose has unleashed their next single, “Bones.” The new single serves as the second offering from their highly anticipated upcoming record, Blue Rising.

“Bones” is a heavy metal anthem defined by its rhythmic, marching intensity and massive, driving riffs. Exploring themes of willpower and the toll of endurance, the track captures a cinematic precision and grit that has quickly become the band’s hallmark.

“There are songs that I have written over the years that have taken control of me. Possessed me. I couldn’t put them down until they were finished. I couldn’t get them out of my mind for more than a minute or two until the full song materialized.” says frontman Austin Frink. “It’s about the grind—something in your bones—tells you that you need to survive. It’s a song to help you keep pushing forward through the rain, even when it feels like there is nothing left to give.”

The release of “Bones” arrives as Bastion Rose continues to dominate the digital rock landscape. Building on the foundation of their debut album Traces of Gold—produced by three-time Grammy-winner David Bottrill (Tool, Godsmack, Rush, Muse)—the band has surpassed 1.5 million streams and built a global community of over 60,000 YouTube subscribers.

Praised by Metal Hammer Magazine as a band with music “for fans of Black Sabbath, Soundgarden, and rock’s darker angels” and dubbed the “new architects of modern heavy rock” by The CHRD Magazine, Bastion Rose is striking while the iron is hot. “Bones” signals a heavier, more aggressive shift in the Blue Rising era, showcasing the band’s ability to balance technical precision with the raw energy of a live performance.

With the backing of a rapidly growing audience and critical acclaim from Metal Hammer and SPIN, Bastion Rose is positioning themselves as an essential voice in the new era of heavy music.

“Bones” is available now on all major streaming platforms, HERE.

Watch the band’s latest video, “Dust” : https://youtu.be/xdjBli7UWro?si=tMiejTf8T3PklvI2

About Bastion Rose:

Bastion Rose is a cinematic hard rock project based in Bloomington, Indiana. Known for their sophisticated fusion of monumental 70s-era grooves and 2000s era alternative metal intensity, the band has earned international recognition for their high-caliber production and narrative-driven songwriting. Following their David Bottrill-produced debut Traces of Gold, the band is currently unveiling the next chapter of their evolution with the album Blue Rising.

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Building on the global momentum of their David Bottrill-produced debut Traces of Gold, cinematic hard rock outfit Bastion Rose returns with a haunting and philosophical new single, “Dust.” The track serves as the lead offering from their newly announced second album, Blue Rising.

While the band continues to see massive success with the ongoing promotion of Traces of Gold—an album produced by three-time Grammy-winner David Bottrill (Tool, Rush, Peter Gabriel)—the release of “Dust” marks a prolific new chapter for the project. Bastion Rose is striking while the iron is hot, expanding their sonic universe with a track that captures the band’s signature blend of monumental riffs and atmospheric depth.

The song explores the inevitable fading of all things—a theme that sits at the very heart of the Bastion Rose identity.

“I have always been fascinated and disturbed by the inevitable fading of everything,” says frontman Austin Frink. “Our lives are temporary. Everyone you love, everything you are… it will eventually return to dust. But there is a power in that realization. You can use the transience of all things to know that in times of struggle, you can eventually rise above whatever hole you have fallen into.”

Musically, “Dust” leans into 90’s alternative metal influences as well as the classic aggressive hard rock that landed the band acclaim in Metal Hammer, SPIN, and Classic Rock Magazine.

“Dust” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

The Next Chapter: Blue Rising

The announcement of the single coincides with the reveal of the band’s next studio record, Blue Rising. Arriving only 2 months after the release of Traces of Gold, while the album remains a fixture on rock charts and playlists, Blue Rising delves deeper into the foundational themes of resilience and the “Cinematic Hard Rock” scope that has become the band’s calling card.

With over 1.5 million streams earned in the last year and a rapidly growing YouTube community of 60,000 subscribers, Bastion Rose is positioning themselves as one of the most compelling and active new voices in rock.

About Bastion Rose:

Bastion Rose is a high-impact hard rock project blending 1970s tones with 21st-century cinematic atmosphere. With a David Bottrill-produced debut and over 1.5 million streams, the band specializes in a sophisticated brand of ‘heavy’ that emphasizes both technical precision and raw emotional honesty.

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Hard rock band Bastion Rose is proud to announce that their highly anticipated full-length debut album, Traces of Gold, is OUT NOW on all streaming and retail platforms.

Traces of Gold serves as the powerful follow-up to the band’s acclaimed debut EP, Fade To Blue, with both projects produced by three-time Grammy-winner David Bottrill (Tool, Rush, Godsmack). The new album is an expressive, 8-track journey that immediately establishes the band as a powerful new force in modern rock.

Traces of Gold delivers a dynamic sound that fuses the riff-centric, dark sentiment of Black Sabbath and the atmospheric scope of Pink Floyd with the rhythmic intelligence and emotional intensity of post-grunge acts like Tool and Soundgarden. Bottrill’s masterful production provides both surgical clarity and crushing sonic depth, allowing the heavy grooves to collide perfectly with the raw, bluesy vocals.

The album is a deeply personal statement of resilience and transformation. Forged from frontman Austin Frink’s experience overcoming immense personal loss and a battle with cancer, the record explores the idea that while all lives are destined to suffer, precious moments are to be found that make life worthwhile—the “Traces of Gold.” This philosophical depth has garnered early critical acclaim, with SPIN Magazine praising the sound as “an appealing combination of A Perfect Circle and Bad Company.”

The album has been preceded by four successful singles: the classic rock-monster “Wild Honey,” the cathartic epic “Atlas Slumbers,” the seductive and dark “Cinnamon Fire,” and the emotionally resonant “Humble Me.” This momentum builds on the band’s foundation, which includes over one million streams on their debut EP and features in top-tier publications, including Metal Hammer Magazine and Classic Rock Magazine.

Bastion Rose reinforces its immersive sound with a powerful visual component, creating conceptual short films for every music video, exploring themes of love and fear, chaos and seduction, and life and death. Fans are invited to experience the full journey of Traces of Gold today.

STREAM TRACES OF GOLD NOW: https://linktr.ee/bastionrose

Single releases:
“Atlas slumber”: Watch – Stream
“Cinnamon Fire”: Watch – Stream
“Garden Of Stone”: Watch – Stream
“Humble Me”: Watch – Stream

About Bastion Rose:

Based in Bloomington, Indiana, Bastion Rose is a hard rock band whose sound blends the dark grooves of classic rock with the raw, emotional power of post-grunge. They are known for their dedication to both high-caliber musicianship and sophisticated, conceptual visual content. With a dedicated team and the support of producer David Bottrill, Bastion Rose is poised to make a major impact on the global rock landscape.

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Hard rock band Bastion Rose is proud to announce the release of their last single, “Wild Honey,” today, Friday, October 24th. The track is the final offering before the highly anticipated release of their full-length debut album, Traces of Gold, available everywhere on Friday, November 7th. Both the single and the album were produced by three-time Grammy-winner David Bottrill (Tool, Rush, Godsmack).

“Wild Honey” is a massive, groove-driven track that delivers on the band’s promise of powerful, authentic hard rock. The song is heavy and fiercely riff-oriented, hitting a compelling sweet spot between Black Sabbath’s dark, foundational textures and Soundgarden’s primal intensity. It is a testament to the band’s songwriting maturity and their refusal to compromise on sonic depth or emotional weight.

Traces of Gold has been built on a foundation of critical acclaim, following the successful Fade To Blue EP and singles like “Humble Me,” “Cinnamon Fire,” “Garden of Stone,” and “Atlas Slumbers.” The album is a powerful statement on resilience and transformation, forged from personal hardship and sculpted by Bottrill’s meticulous production. The album is an essential journey for listeners, described by SPIN Magazine as “an appealing combination of A Perfect Circle and Bad Company” and praised by Metal Hammer Magazine for its undeniable credibility.

Bastion Rose continues to support its music with a series of professional, conceptual short films for every release, visualizing core themes of love and fear, chaos and seduction, and life and death. With significant momentum building across international press and streaming platforms, “Wild Honey” is positioned as the perfect gateway to the complete Traces of Gold experience.

Stream “Wild Honey”: https://linktr.ee/bastionrose

Previous releases:
“Atlas slumber”: Watch – Stream
“Cinnamon Fire”: Watch – Stream
“Garden Of Stone”: Watch – Stream

For more information and to pre-save Traces of Gold, visit https://linktr.ee/bastionrose

About Bastion Rose:

Bastion Rose is a hard rock band whose sound blends the darker side of classic rock legends like Black Sabbath and Pink Floyd with the modern edge of post-grunge and metal acts such as Soundgarden and Tool. The band is a creative force on the rise, known for their soaring vocals, powerful riffs, dynamic musicality, and impressive music video productions.

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Hard rock band Bastion Rose is set to release their new single, “Atlas Slumbers,” on Friday, October 3rd. The powerful new track will serve as a preview of their highly anticipated full-length debut album, Traces of Gold, which will be available everywhere on Friday, November 7th. Both the album and single were produced by three-time Grammy-winner David Bottrill (Tool, Rush, Godsmack, Mastodon, Coheed and Cambria, Muse).

“Atlas Slumbers” tackles a profound concept, reimagining the Greek myth of Atlas. The song’s narrative follows a weary Atlas as he makes the ultimate choice to abandon his burden and let the world fall. The lyrics explore the struggle of shouldering immense weight and the ultimate liberation found in letting go. With powerful riffs and a cathartic build, the song is a compelling blend of classic rock’s darker angels and the modern intensity of post-grunge and metal.

Stream “Atlas Slumbers”: https://linktr.ee/bastionrose

Traces of Gold is a testament to resilience, transforming personal adversity into a powerful, authentic, and emotionally charged musical experience. The album builds on the success of the band’s debut EP, Fade to Blue, which has garnered over a million streams, as well as previously released singles from the album, “Humble Me,” “Cinnamon Fire,” and “Garden of Stone.”

Beyond the music, Bastion Rose creates professional, conceptual short films for all of their videos, exploring themes of love and fear, chaos and seduction, and life and death.

Previous singles + videos:
“Cinnamon Fire”: Watch – Stream
“Garden Of Stone”: Watch – Stream

For more information and to pre-save Traces of Gold, visit https://linktr.ee/bastionrose

About Bastion Rose:

Bastion Rose is a hard rock band whose sound blends the darker side of classic rock legends like Black Sabbath and Pink Floyd with the modern edge of post-grunge and metal acts such as Soundgarden and Tool. The band is a creative force on the rise, known for their soaring vocals, powerful riffs, dynamic musicality, and impressive music video productions.

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Bloomington, IN– September 5, 2025 – Hard rock band Bastion Rose returns with their emotionally charged new single, “Garden of Stone,” out now. The track is the third single from their highly anticipated full-length debut album, Traces of Gold, both produced by three-time Grammy-winner David Bottrill (Tool, Rush, Godsmack).

“Garden of Stone” delves into the complexities of human emotion and grief, with lyrical themes that explore the internal struggle between past and present, love and hatred, and life and death. The song opens with powerful imagery of breaking down “castle walls” to let in “ghosts,” suggesting a confrontation with one’s inner self and past. As the song progresses, it paints a picture of finding a unique kind of peace amidst turmoil, with the chorus proclaiming:

All my ghosts. All my angels. Just fly from my heart and make shadowplay on the walls. All my love. All my hatred. Fades away. Just like a rose. Garden of Stone.

This lyrical journey culminates in a poignant acceptance of life’s fleeting nature, finding strength in the present moment, and acknowledging the importance of every day.

The single’s opening track, “Parallax,” is a clean, short instrumental that builds an atmosphere of suspense and anticipation. It features a haunting, arpeggiated guitar melody with a subtle piano texture and a rising percussive rhythm that gradually intensifies, creating a perfect sonic bridge into the powerful themes of “Garden of Stone.”

“Garden of Stone” follows the success of the band’s debut EP, Fade To Blue, which has garnered over a million streams across platforms, as well as previously released singles “Humble Me” and “Cinnamon Fire,” from their upcoming debut full-length album, Traces Of Gold.

For more information and to listen to “Garden of Stone,” visit https://linktr.ee/bastionrose

In case you missed it, the band also dropped a gripping music video for “Cinnamon Fire” shortly after the single’s release. Sensual, intense, and cinematic, this one’s worth a watch: https://youtu.be/MUqSdKXAZpo

About Bastion Rose:

Bastion Rose is a hard rock band whose sound blends the darker side of classic rock legends like Black Sabbath and Pink Floyd with the modern edge of post-grunge and metal acts such as Soundgarden and Tool. The band is a creative force on the rise, known for their soaring vocals, powerful riffs, dynamic musicality, and impressive music video productions.

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