COLLABORATIVE METAL FORCE GIHON RELEASES DEBUT SINGLE & MUSIC VIDEO, ‘DRIFT’
ATHENS, TX, 27 September 2024 – Progressive metal project Gihon, helmed by multi-instrumentalist and producer Dhananjay Pepalla, have released their debut single and music video, “Drift.”​
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Emerging from Athens, Texas, Gihon has quickly forged a reputation as a project that defies genre boundaries. Blending hard rock, modern metal, and emo influences, Gihon delivers a unique sonic experience driven by ambient soundscapes, cinematic textures, and intricate guitar riffs. The band’s debut single is no exception, kicking off Gihon’s string of 2024 releases with driving energy, lyrical depth, and dynamic soundscapes.
“‘Drift’ explores the complex layers of what it could mean to lose a loved one,” Pepalla shares. “It’s meant to be a picture of the lasting impact of loss, and how it shows back up in both painful and beautiful ways if we let it. It came from a deeply personal place, channeling the emotions of feeling lost and disconnected, but also finding the strength to carry on.”
The collaborative track features vocalist Anna Carroll and marks the beginning of a new era for Gihon. “I’ve always wanted to create music that resonates on an emotional level, while also pushing boundaries sonically. ‘Drift’ is the perfect representation of that vision,” says Pepalla. “It’s the culmination of years of growth, experimentation, and finding my sound.”
With plans to release more music in the coming months and build a live lineup, Gihon ultimately aims to leave a lasting impression on the modern metal scene. “Drift” is just the beginning...
“Drift” is now available on all major streaming platforms. For more information, follow Gihon on Instagram, Spotify, and Bandcamp.
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About Gihon:
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Gihon, the brainchild of multi-talented musician and producer Dhananjay Pepalla, emerged from the depths of a catalog of unreleased music. Formed in 2018 and based in Athens, Texas, Gihon is a progressive metal project that defies conventional genre boundaries, blending hard rock, modern metal, and emo with a distinct cinematic flair. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of influences including Nirvana, Architects, and Periphery, Pepalla crafts music that is as introspective as it is powerful. Often led by an inspiring guitar riff, his songwriting is layered with ambient soundscapes and synths that create a rich, textured sound. With a focus on melody and emotion, Gihon's music often explores themes of mental health from all angles — before, during, and after the struggle — offering listeners a sense of hope, love, and restoration.