FAITH IN VAIN

Faith In Vain are:
Ginger – vocals
Tommy – guitar
Tater – drums
Ryan – guitar

Midwestern metalcore outfit Faith In Vain return with renewed fire and focus, unveiling their explosive new single ‘Soul-Tied’, released on December 26, 2025.
The track marks a decisive turning point for the Rockford, Illinois–based band, signalling both a sonic evolution and a bold reintroduction to the modern heavy music landscape.
Blending the intensity of metalcore with deathcore aggression and a sharp-edged nu-metal sensibility, ‘Soul-Tied‘ hits hard while leaving a lasting emotional impact.
Drawing influence from acts such as Fit For A King, Wage War, and The Acacia Strain, the song strikes a careful balance between crushing heaviness and melodic restraint.
Dark, impactful riffs and dense rhythmic patterns form the backbone of the track, while raw, commanding vocals push its emotional weight to the forefront.
Early reactions have been strong, with critics highlighting the song’s technical precision and depth – Metal Mayhem describing it as “energetic, intense, and dense” and Headbanging Modern Rock praising its powerful gutturals and forceful delivery.
Lyrically, ‘Soul-Tied‘ dives into uncomfortable but vital territory.
The song explores the often-unspoken struggles surrounding toxic relationships and mental health, particularly the silent battles many endure while fighting to preserve their sense of identity.
Despite its bleak themes, the track ultimately carries a message of empowerment – urging listeners to seek inner strength, lean on others, let go of what causes harm, and build supportive connections where none may exist.
It’s a reminder that no one suffers alone, and that personal worth often extends far beyond what we can see.
The creation of ‘Soul-Tied‘ came together with striking momentum, written and recorded by Tommy Milanovich, Ryan Gonzales, Anthony Szatek, and vocalist Michael ‘Ginger‘ Hertzner.
The single was recorded at Rock Hill Sound in Detroit, Michigan, under the guidance of producer Adam Shepard, whose experience helped shape the song’s dense yet polished sound.
The accompanying music video reinforces the track’s emotional core, weaving together real-life struggles and positioning music itself as a vital escape – an outlet for survival, healing, and connection.
Formed in 2016, Faith In Vain have spent nearly a decade refining their sound through lineup changes and creative growth.
After the release of their debut album in 2018, the band continued to evolve, welcoming drummer Tater in 2020, releasing a standalone single in 2021, and adding guitarist Ryan in 2024.
These changes sparked an extended writing period that ultimately led to a full redefinition of the band’s identity.
Today’s lineup – Ginger on vocals, Tommy and Ryan on guitars, and Tater on drums – emerges with a sharper vision and renewed intensity.
With ‘Soul-Tied‘, Faith In Vain don’t just return – they reassert themselves.
The single stands as a statement of intent, blending melody and brutality with emotional honesty and modern production.
As the band looks ahead to further releases in 2026, they appear poised to reclaim their place as a formidable force in the Midwestern metalcore scene, driven by resilience, reinvention, and an uncompromising commitment to heavy music with something meaningful to say.