'Masterful' Derev set to perform in downtown Barrie next month

Tour comes ahead of release of band's debut album, Troubled Mind; March 15 show at The Queens includes support from Kill/Death Radio and Cudbear

Derev will perform March 15 in Barrie.Photo supplied by Derev

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Toronto’s Derev announces they will hit the road for dates in Ontario and Quebec over the forthcoming months.

The show dates will support their first full-length, Troubled Mind, out on March 26, 2025. (Dates listed below.)

Derev recently unveiled their latest single, Cyclone, a dynamic exploration of inner turmoil and redemption that showcases the band’s evolution while staying true to their signature sound. The track follows their earlier single, Room 9.

The band comments on the lyrical content: “Building on the narrative, this song revolves around the negative thoughts that plague our minds, constantly reminding us of our perceived unworthiness and shortcomings. This mental state, ‘imposter syndrome,’ makes us doubt our skills and successes, leaving us feeling unworthy, ashamed, and fearful of being exposed.”

Cyclone demonstrates Derev’s masterful blend of technical prowess and emotional depth, featuring intricate instrumentation that builds from a tension-filled atmosphere to a captivating climax. The song opens with a haunting guitar riff that gradually intensifies as layers of bass and drums create an underlying sense of unrest. This tension ultimately gives way to a soaring, heartwarming guitar solo that brings a moment of clarity before concluding with a memorable cliffhanger riff.

Set for release on March 26, 2025, Derev’s debut album, Troubled Mind, promises to take listeners on an emotional journey, featuring both energetic highs and poignant lows. It is recommended for fans of Opeth, Dream Theater and Porcupine Tree.