Italian metalcore new signings Hopsydian stream first single on Arising Empire

Freshly signed metalcore outfit Hopsydian unveil their brand-new single 'DEVOTE' - a track that doesn’t just introduce the band’s next step, but defines the core of who they are.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/HRGjnBJ07Kw

Formed in Milan in 2024, Hopsydian have quickly built a reputation for blending sacral, ritualistic atmospheres with modern metalcore power, alt-metal sharpness, and post-hardcore urgency. 'DEVOTE' captures this duality perfectly: cinematic tension and dark elegance collide with crushing riffs, explosive dynamics, and massive, chant-ready choruses where beauty and brutality exist side by side .

At the heart of Hopsydian’s sound lies contrast. The band explore worship, love, obsession, sin, and the seductive temptation of becoming God - framing desire as devotion and temptation as salvation. Their name, derived from hope and obsidian, reflects this very balance: resilience and rebirth set against shadow and transgression. 'DEVOTE' feels like a ceremony in motion, slowly building atmosphere before erupting into moments designed to be shouted back from the crowd.

Despite having released only a handful of songs so far, Hopsydian have already proven their impact beyond the studio. In 2025, they made their live debut on the Slam Dunk Italy main stage, sharing the bill with international heavyweights before going on to support Caskets in Milan - a clear signal that momentum is already on their side.

With 'DEVOTE,' Hopsydian step into a new chapter - darker, bolder, and more intentional than ever. This is not just a single release, but the foundation of an era built on ceremony, contrast, and conviction. And if this track is any indication, Hopsydian are only just beginning to reveal how far their devotion will go.