Heavy Music innovators Clocktowers announce the release of their new single, “Dark Mother,” the closing track from their forthcoming album “Genesis,” arriving March 20, 2026.
“Dark Mother” serves as the definitive finale to “Genesis,” showcasing Clocktowers at full creative strength through focused songwriting, commanding performances, and a deeply immersive metal atmosphere. The track delivers a powerful sense of motion driven by technical precision and dynamic arrangement.
The song opens with a carefully composed intro built around a solo hook that evokes an ancient Egyptian mood, setting a cinematic tone before expanding into a crushing lead riff supported by intricate drum fills and tightly controlled hi-hat work. Layered guitars move with purpose while a low octave foundation builds tension toward a massive sonic release highlighted by explosive fretboard work.
A fiercely memorable verse riff anchors the track with sharp rhythmic movement, allowing the vocals to enter with a clean, energetic flow that locks tightly into the groove. The vocal performance rides within the rhythm in a creative pocket, interacting closely with the guitars to form the distinctive Clocktowers sound.
The rhythm section plays a central role throughout “Dark Mother.” The bass performance delivers agile transitions through shifting riffs while maintaining strong rhythmic cohesion. Driving drums reinforce the urgency of the arrangement and elevate the track’s large-scale atmosphere, creating a sense of conflict, battle, and emotional intensity.
Midway through the song, an abstract bridge emerges with controlled unpredictability, introducing tension before guiding the composition toward its final ascent. The track maintains a unique swing that carries momentum through evolving sections and synchronized instrumental interplay.
Lyrically, “Dark Mother” explores themes of control, warfare, perseverance, and spiritual questioning. The narrative examines personal strength while confronting long-held beliefs and arriving at the realization that accepted truths may have been built on false foundations.
As the final chapter of “Genesis,” “Dark Mother” closes the album with lasting impact while leaving listeners eager for what comes next from Clocktowers.
Stream “Dark Mother” via the YouTube player below:
Tracklist:
01. Spirit Junkie
02. Ashes
03. Eye
04. Bend The Snake
05. Clocktowers
06. Curse The Reflection
07. Genesis
08. Dark Mother
— About Clocktowers —
Clocktowers is a genre-blending Rock/Metal duo that proves lightning can strike twice—first in the past, then in the most unexpected moment years later. The band was officially born in 2022, but the story begins long before that. Vocalist Tarek Puska and multi-instrumentalist Dakota Logan first crossed paths in an earlier metal outfit that spent five years grinding through shows, songwriting sessions, and the chaotic rhythm of band life. Life eventually pulled them in different directions—but fate clearly had other plans. Years later, in the unassuming town of Reily, Ohio, the two reconnected by chance at a local pizza joint. A quick conversation turned into a jam session. One riff became a song— “Spirit Junkie” —and by the end of that session, Clocktowers had begun.What followed was a creative eruption. Tarek and Dakota fell into a regular routine, meeting 2 to 3 days per week to write, explore sounds, and record from the ground up in a DIY home studio setting. Over the next two years, this process grew into their debut full-length album, “Genesis” —a record that pulses with heavy riffs, soaring melodies, and the kind of authenticity that only comes from lived experience and musical trust. At its core, Clocktowers thrives on contrast and chemistry. Tarek, born in 1969, brings a lifetime of hard-earned perspective and vocal power rooted in classic metal and rock traditions. Dakota, born in 1995, injects fresh energy, fearless experimentation, and a modern edge that pushes the sound into uncharted territory. Their 25-year age gap isn’t a limitation—it’s a superpower. It allows the band to seamlessly blend old-school grit with new-school fire, delivering music that’s nostalgic without being dated, current without being trendy. Clocktowers draws inspiration from a wide palette of Heavy Music: the swagger and electricity of AC/DC, the doom-soaked weight of Black Sabbath, the eerie theatricality of Ghost, the brooding darkness of Type O Negative, the bombast of Kiss, and the razor-sharp muscle of Metallica. Yet, these aren’t just influences—they’re launch pads. Clocktowers takes what’s familiar and twists it into something personal and raw, layering in textures, emotions, and hooks that make their sound unmistakable.The band’s songwriting is deeply intentional. Some tracks stem directly from personal experience—loss, growth, heartbreak, and perseverance—while others flow from instinct and emotion, letting the pen follow the pulse of the heart. The result is music that hits hard not just sonically, but emotionally. Big choruses, pounding grooves, and intricate guitar work are matched with lyrics that are introspective, honest, and often cathartic.One of their standout tracks, “Ashes,” caught the attention of Jason Viebrooks, known for his work with Heathen, Grip Inc., and now Exhorder. Viebrooks lent his talents on bass and guitar alongside Dakota for the single, while Todd J. Farler, a seasoned drummer from Cincinnati, added a thunderous groove that elevated the track even further. It’s the only track on the record that features guest musicians—every other note, riff, and lyric on Genesis comes straight from the two founding members. That was a deliberate decision. Clocktowers is about preserving a raw, undiluted vision. No filler. No compromises. With “Genesis,” Clocktowers has positioned itself not just as a band, but as a statement—a declaration that real, passionate, no-bullshit Rock and metal is alive, evolving, and still capable of hitting you straight in the soul. Whether you’re a lifer raised on vinyl and leather jackets, or a newcomer looking for authenticity in a crowded digital landscape, Clocktowers offers something that resonates.This is music forged in connection. Fueled by memory. Driven by instinct. And played with the kind of conviction that can only come from two people who live and breathe it.
Lineup:
Tarek Puska / Vocals
Dakota Logan / All instruments (Guitars, Bass, Additional Production)