Multi-instrumentalist Chris Hathcock has delivered one of the most punishingly brilliant tracks of his career with the new video for “The Bed of Wasps (Those Consumed with Panic).” Taken from the critically acclaimed new album ‘please’, the track is a technical masterclass that sonically mirrors the disorientation of a real-world panic attack through jagged rhythms and dissonant shifts. Engineered by Hathcock himself at Silent Muse Studio and mixed by the legendary Jamie King, the song is a visceral dive into the battlefields of mental health. It’s raw, it’s technically demanding, and it’s a perfect example of why The Reticent is hailed as the most emotionally gut-wrenching band in the progressive metal underground today.
The momentum continues to build as The Reticent prepares to bring their devastatingly powerful live performance art to the international stage in 2026. Fans can witness the group—featuring James Nelson of Nospūn and Paul McBride of Voraath—at the 25th-anniversary edition of ProgPower USA in Atlanta this September, followed by an opening-night appearance at ProgPower Europe in the Netherlands. These performances are set to be landmark events for the band, showcasing the intense storytelling and cinematic metal that made ‘The Oubliette’ a modern classic. With a follow-up record already in development, Chris Hathcock remains at the vanguard of the genre, turning personal tragedy into a sonic haven for fans across the globe.
Tour Dates:
Sep 09 – Atlanta, GA – Center Stage (ProgPower USA Day 1)
Oct 02 – Baarlo, Netherlands – Sjiwa (ProgPower Europe)