Adelaide Progressive Metal Band Control The Sun Releases Second Single Pyre

On June 30, 2026, Adelaide’s progressive metal outfit Control The Sun dropped its second single, "Pyre," following the buzz generated by their debut "Say It’s Over" and their first live set at the Froth & Fury event. The new track arrives with a self‑produced video and heralds the beginning of a partnership with producer Forrester Savell.

Control The Sun emerged from a pool of musicians linked to local acts Japam and Colibrium, forming a five‑piece that blends seasoned experience with fresh ambition. Lead guitarist Chris Gard, bassist Jack Thomson, drummer Christian Tassone, guitarist Matt Mitris, and vocalist Gerard Kotlowy each bring a background steeped in Adelaide’s heavy‑music community. Their first single, released in December 2025, explored themes of lost youth and the difficulty of leaving destructive habits behind, resonating with the city’s underground scene.

In "Pyre," the band turns to ancient funeral rites where royalty were cremated to aid their journey into the afterlife. The song uses that ritual as a metaphor for cleansing and new beginnings, framing renewal through a lyrical lens of transformation. Musically, the track anchors itself in a driving guitar riff that is propelled by a syncopated rhythm section, while the chorus builds to a soaring melodic climax. The arrangement blends the aggression typical of the genre with intricate layers and memorable hooks, staying true to the group’s declared aim of balancing intensity with melodic clarity.

The release marks the start of a collaboration with Australian producer and engineer Forrester Savell, whose résumé includes several progressive and heavy‑music projects. Control The Sun’s decision to work with Savell signals an intent to refine their sonic palette and broaden their audience reach, echoing the ambitions of other emerging acts in the region. The self‑produced video accompanying "Pyre" underscores the band’s DIY ethos, while the partnership with Savell adds a layer of professional polish to future recordings.

Looking ahead, the band has secured a slot at Adelaide’s Downpour festival in August, with tickets on sale through Moshtix. This appearance follows their opening performance at Froth & Fury earlier in the year, which helped cement their presence in the local circuit. With two singles, a self‑made video, and an upcoming festival date, Control The Sun is steadily building momentum. Their next steps include the Downpour performance and continued work with Forrester Savell on forthcoming material, positioning them as a compelling addition to Adelaide’s progressive metal landscape.