Rising rock band Aurorawave have returned with their most intense and unapologetic single yet. Out today on all streaming platforms, “Villain” blends explosive breakdowns, blistering guitar solos, and melodic reggae-inspired moments — a bold testament to the band’s signature reggaecore sound.
Produced in collaboration with Matthew Keller, “Villain” marks a pivotal moment in Aurorawave’s evolution — heavier, more defiant, and soaked in raw emotion. Lyrically, the track confronts the idea of becoming the scapegoat in someone else’s story. Fueled by frustration and self-awareness, it flips the script on good vs. evil, embracing the villain role in a world that’s quick to assign blame.
“Cuz every story needs a bad guy / When everyone is a victim / So you wanna play the hero? / Then you’re gonna need a villain”
Frontman Nathan Aurora shares, “‘Villain’ is the kind of track we always wanted to make — aggressive, melodic, and in your face. We’re not trying to fit into reggae or rock. We’re building something new that reflects all of it.”
Stream “Villain”: https://ineffable.to/villain
A fast-paced and genre-bending single, “Villain” is both anthemic and aggressive — a bold signal of what’s to come in this next chapter of Aurorawave’s sound. Though rooted in rock, the band continues to carve their own lane with genre-defying arrangements and bold visual storytelling.
“Villain” is just the beginning of a powerful new era for Aurorawave, which will include a diverse slate of collaborations across the rock and reggae genres.
Aurorawave Tour Dates:
May 16-18 – Garrettsville, OH – Sunny Days 2025
May 23-25 – Monterey, CA – California Roots Music & Art Festival
May 30 – Aztec, NM – Rise & Vibes Music Festival
June 7 – Long Beach, CA – Cali Vibes
June 17 – Atlanta, GA – Aisle 5
June 18 – Nashville, TN – The End
June 21 – Virginia Beach, VA – Point Break Music Festival
June 23 – Washington, DC – The Atlantis
June 25 – Chicago, IL – Cobra Lounge
June 26 – Madison, WI – High Noon Saloon
June 27 – Grand Rapids, MI – The Stache at The Intersection
June 28 – Columbus, OH – The Summit Music Hall
Sep 18-21 – Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life
Tickets available now at https://aurorawavemusic.com/tour
