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Mangata Music presents
Downswingwith speak guests Angel Number
For Albany, NY’s Downswing, darkness isn’t just a theme—it’s the environment they’ve learned to endure. On their new album, And Everything Was Dark, the band transforms grief, betrayal, and loss into something raw, heavy, and defiantly honest.
Since 2016, Downswing has evolved into a modern metal powerhouse, balancing massive breakdowns, soaring choruses, and atmospheric depth. Vocalist Harrison Seanor, who joined in 2020, sums it up: “This is the first time it feels like we’re doing exactly what we want. We’re not chasing trends. We’re Downswing.”
With Seanor, guitarist Anthony Salvaggio, bassist Chris Arnold, and drummer Nick Manzella, the band pushes further than ever. Tracks like “For What It’s Worth” and “Glass House” dive into addiction, heartbreak, and letting go, while “Serpent” closes the album with crushing intensity.
Early releases (Dark Side of the Mind, Good Intentions, New Lows) built their underground reputation, while streaming success with “Bound to Misery” expanded their reach. Influenced by heavyweights like Wage War and Bad Omens, Downswing has forged a sound that feels deliberate, cathartic, and fully their own.
Live, they channel pain into power, commanding stages alongside D.R.U.G.S., Attack Attack!, and more. Downswing isn’t just evolving—they’ve arrived
