SAGE TEAM UP WITH PINKNOISE ON PUMMELING NEW SINGLE "COLD BLOODED"

New Jersey rock outfit SAGE are back with another statement-making release, teaming up with PINKNOISE for their blistering new single, "COLD BLOODED." Accompanied by an equally intense new music video, the collaboration finds two rising names in heavy music joining forces for a track that channels raw emotion into an explosive listening experience.

Hailing from one of the East Coast's most fertile music scenes, SAGE have wasted little time making an impression since forming in 2023. Comprised of vocalist Mike Rafter, vocalist and guitarist James Benedetto, guitarist Chris Coletti, and drummer Nick Perrone, the quartet has built a sound that blends timeless rock influences with a modern edge, creating music that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly current.

That approach is front and center on "COLD BLOODED." Fueled by crushing riffs, soaring melodies, and a relentless sense of urgency, the track is elevated by PINKNOISE's guest appearance, making for a collaboration that feels both natural and impactful. Together, the two artists deliver a song that refuses to let up.

Lyrically, "COLD BLOODED" explores the breaking point that comes from being manipulated by someone unwilling to take responsibility for their actions. Perrone explains that the song is about "confronting someone who has built themselves on deception and manipulation," adding that it was written from the perspective of someone who has grown tired of "lies, excuses, and empty promises." He notes that the frustration of realizing someone you trusted continues to hide behind a false version of themselves is mirrored by the song's aggressive instrumentation, making the music itself an extension of its emotional weight.

Since their formation, SAGE have continued building momentum with emotionally charged songwriting and a sound that comfortably bridges modern rock, alternative, and heavy music. "COLD BLOODED" feels like another major step forward, proving the band's willingness to push their sound while staying grounded in honest, hard-hitting storytelling.

Watch the video for "COLD BLOODED" now and experience one of SAGE's most powerful releases to date.