Following The Signs have been building toward this moment since forming in Cork in 2018, and ‘Evolve’ delivers on every promise they’ve made along the way. The Irish nu-metalcore outfit’s new EP is out now, five tracks of crushing metalcore, nu-metal groove, and progressive muscle that position the band as one of modern heavy music’s most purposeful rising forces. This isn’t aggression for its own sake. There’s a message running through every breakdown.
Lead single “Call To Rise” sets the tone immediately. Written as a rallying cry for those living under oppression, whether imposed by individuals, systems, or governments, the track operates on two complementary levels simultaneously. One frames humanity’s struggle to survive in a hostile world. The other reflects the growing unrest of modern society, where corruption and the erosion of freedom point toward inevitable confrontation. Punishing riffs, towering breakdowns, and searing vocals are balanced by atmospheric passages that mirror both the fury and the determination at the song’s core.
‘Evolve’ builds on the foundation laid by debut album ‘Conflictions’ and singles including “Birthright” and “Stand Tall,” pushing into sharper and more ambitious territory. The EP expands on themes of societal pressure, survival, and rebellion with a focus and urgency that feels earned rather than performed. Following The Signs aren’t reaching for relevance. They’re writing from the middle of the realities they’re describing.
Their growing international footprint backs up the momentum. Recent shows in Warsaw and Kraków, Poland, saw the band perform to their largest audiences yet, a clear signal that their reach is extending well beyond the Irish scene. Five members, one direction, and a sound that resonates across borders. ‘Evolve’ is out now.
‘Evolve’ Tracklist:
Stuck In Place
Call To Rise
Break The Frame
Evolve
Infectious