On the heels of their headline grabbing debut single “Oligarchs,” Miami-based rockers Monolith are back with a new track. “Mother Martyr” is the follow-up single and further showcases the sound the band is fast becoming known for. The trio comprised of Hernán “Motley” Rodríguez (bass/vocals), Andy Barrow (guitars/vocals), and Mike Mangini (drums) have joined forces to showcase their extensive musical influences that include rock, prog, funk, jazz and Latin music.
“Mother Martyr” is a mid-tempo rocker that is a part of a musical universe that Monolith has created. The song is propelled by the unforgettable vocals by “Motley” and Andy and tells the story of a dancer who leads the double-life of a mother to the patrons of a strip club while balancing motherhood to her young child at the same time. The official music video for the song was directed by the band’s visual collaborator Guillermo Figueredo. Stream the track here.
“We are beyond excited to share ‘Mother Martyr’ with the world! This is really the central part of our story that ties together every one of the songs we’ve written. It tells an honest story of a mother working as a dancer and handling the struggles that single working mothers face every day. But of course, she’s the mother to our overall story’s main character, the ‘Starchild’, who we already introduced in our first single, ‘Oligarchs,’” explains Hernán “Motley” Rodríguez. “This has turned out to be such an amazing video, such a long time in the making, and now to finally have it ready to share with the world is an unbelievable feeling. We are so appreciative of the support we received with the release of ‘Oligarchs,’ and we can’t wait for everyone to see ‘Mother Martyr’ and check out this next chapter of the story!”
Monolith burst onto the music scene last month when they surprised the world with the announcement of their first single “Oligarchs.” The song grabbed headlines when news spread about acclaimed drummer Mike Mangini joining band founder Hernán “Motley” Rodríguez and Andy Barrow in this new project. The announcement of Monolith would mark the first band Mike Mangini would participate in after his tenure in Dream Theater. The music video for “Oligarchs” was released last month and has been viewed over 140K times since it was released.
Monolith is a dynamic and genre-defying band that brings together a unique blend of musical influences and backgrounds, creating a sound that pushes the boundaries of rock, metal, and Latin rhythms. The band formed when seasoned industry professionals — bassist and founder Hernán “Motley” Rodríguez, guitarist/vocalist Andy Barrow, and producer Gabo Sanoja — united over a shared vision of crafting music that was both innovative and deeply expressive. Mike Mangini, formerly of Dream Theater and Extreme, completed the trio’s lineup, bringing in a legendary percussive force to the earliest forms of Monolith’s sound.
Together, these artists — each a master of their craft — form Monolith, a band that is as much about pushing musical boundaries as it is about creating meaningful, powerful connections with their audience. Their music is a testament to their collaborative spirit, showcasing an innovative mix of genres that promises to challenge listeners and inspire new ideas in modern rock and metal.
“Mother Martyr”:
“Oligarchs”:
(Photo – Andrea Ballesta)
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“Mother Martyr” is a mid-tempo rocker that is a part of a musical universe that Monolith has created. The song is propelled by the unforgettable vocals by “Motley” and Andy and tells the story of a dancer who leads the double-life of a mother to the patrons of a strip club while balancing motherhood to her young child at the same time. The official music video for the song was directed by the band’s visual collaborator Guillermo Figueredo. Stream the track here.
“We are beyond excited to share ‘Mother Martyr’ with the world! This is really the central part of our story that ties together every one of the songs we’ve written. It tells an honest story of a mother working as a dancer and handling the struggles that single working mothers face every day. But of course, she’s the mother to our overall story’s main character, the ‘Starchild’, who we already introduced in our first single, ‘Oligarchs,’” explains Hernán “Motley” Rodríguez. “This has turned out to be such an amazing video, such a long time in the making, and now to finally have it ready to share with the world is an unbelievable feeling. We are so appreciative of the support we received with the release of ‘Oligarchs,’ and we can’t wait for everyone to see ‘Mother Martyr’ and check out this next chapter of the story!”
Monolith burst onto the music scene last month when they surprised the world with the announcement of their first single “Oligarchs.” The song grabbed headlines when news spread about acclaimed drummer Mike Mangini joining band founder Hernán “Motley” Rodríguez and Andy Barrow in this new project. The announcement of Monolith would mark the first band Mike Mangini would participate in after his tenure in Dream Theater. The music video for “Oligarchs” was released last month and has been viewed over 140K times since it was released.
Monolith is a dynamic and genre-defying band that brings together a unique blend of musical influences and backgrounds, creating a sound that pushes the boundaries of rock, metal, and Latin rhythms. The band formed when seasoned industry professionals — bassist and founder Hernán “Motley” Rodríguez, guitarist/vocalist Andy Barrow, and producer Gabo Sanoja — united over a shared vision of crafting music that was both innovative and deeply expressive. Mike Mangini, formerly of Dream Theater and Extreme, completed the trio’s lineup, bringing in a legendary percussive force to the earliest forms of Monolith’s sound.
Together, these artists — each a master of their craft — form Monolith, a band that is as much about pushing musical boundaries as it is about creating meaningful, powerful connections with their audience. Their music is a testament to their collaborative spirit, showcasing an innovative mix of genres that promises to challenge listeners and inspire new ideas in modern rock and metal.
“Mother Martyr”:
“Oligarchs”:
(Photo – Andrea Ballesta)
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