“CELEBRATE” by Repeat

With their latest single “Celebrate,” the Swedish trio Repeat opens a bold new chapter in their sonic evolution. Founded in 2022 by Torbjörn and Johan, and rounded out by the thunderous presence of bassist Mattias Belin, the band has always embraced speed, melody, and sheer volume. But with “Celebrate,” they go further—tapping into deeper emotional layers while sharpening their sound to a fine point. Serving as the title track for their forthcoming five-song EP set for release in September, “Celebrate” doesn’t just signal a new era for Repeat—it defines it. Fiercer, more melodic, and more emotionally charged than their earlier releases, the track is both a release and a declaration. It’s a song that thrives on tension, balancing moments of near-euphoric freedom with a haunting sense of desperation. The result is a raw yet refined anthem that feels unmistakably urgent.

From the first crashing chord, “Celebrate” surges forward with the kind of intensity Repeat has made their signature. But here, the aggression is matched with unexpected depth. Layers of melodic guitar work, tight rhythmic precision, and dynamic shifts in tempo and mood create a listening experience that feels cinematic in scale while remaining deeply personal. Vocals oscillate between defiant shouts and almost pleading melodies, capturing the track’s core theme: the bittersweet art of letting go and living in the moment. Lyrically, “Celebrate” is not a party song—it’s a reckoning. It’s about choosing presence over paralysis, joy in spite of chaos. The celebration isn’t carefree; it’s defiant. It’s about claiming light in dark times, dancing through the ruins rather than pretending they aren’t there. This duality—of euphoria wrapped in grit—is what makes the song hit harder than most in the melodic hardcore or post-punk space.

What’s most impressive about “Celebrate” is how it manages to sound both more expansive and more focused than the band’s earlier work. Repeat experimented with new recording techniques for this track and restructured their songwriting approach, and it shows. The mix is clean but punchy, polished but unfiltered—proof that evolution doesn’t mean dilution. Instead, Repeat has honed their identity, amplifying what makes them unique while pushing into fresh creative territory. “Celebrate” is Repeat at their most distilled and defiant—no gimmicks, no frills, just heart, grit, and power. It’s a promise of what’s to come, and if this track sets the tone for the full EP, listeners are in for something both ferocious and unforgettable.

Garcia Penned 🖊️