LEVELS DIVE INTO THEIR DARKEST ERA YET WITH NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO “BLACK DOVE”
PHOTO CREDIT: Christian Maravelis
Levels have returned with “Black Dove,” a dark and gripping new single that pushes the Arkansas quartet further into their heaviest and most atmospheric territory yet. The track arrives with an accompanying music video that mirrors its emotional tension, offering a visual counterpart that amplifies the song’s weight and intention.
“Black Dove” enters quietly before widening into a thick, imposing blend of guitars and rhythm. Levels understand how to use space, and the track’s opening moments immediately set a tone of unease. The vocals slide between controlled aggression and melodic resolve, landing in that sweet spot where emotional clarity meets sheer force. The instrumentation moves with a sense of precision and depth, never overwhelming the mix but always carrying forward with purpose.
What separates “Black Dove” from the band’s earlier material is the refinement in its pacing. The song builds with patience. The verses pull inward, letting tension accumulate, and the chorus arrives like an exhalation. It is a dynamic that serves the band well and allows each section to feel earned. The drumming is especially tight, grounding the track with a steady pulse that keeps the heaviness focused rather than chaotic.
The accompanying music video leans into the track’s atmosphere. It plays with shadow, contrast, and subtle movement, creating a moody and claustrophobic visual world that underscores the song’s internal conflict. The band performs in stark spaces where color feels drained and light flickers in and out. The imagery mirrors the emotional themes of the track, creating a cohesiveness that helps “Black Dove” linger long after it ends.
Levels have been steadily carving out their space in the modern metalcore landscape, and “Black Dove” feels like a statement of where they stand now. Darker, more deliberate, and more emotionally gripping, the song shows a band refining their strengths and expanding their range.