"Lightning and Thunder" is a song by Canadian pop rock band Marianas Trench. It was released on May 24, 2024, as the second single from the group's sixth studio album Haven, via 604 Records.[2]
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| Single by Marianas Trench | ||||
| from the album Haven | ||||
| Released | May 24, 2024 | |||
| Genre | Glam rock[1] | |||
| Length | 3:27 | |||
| Label | 604 | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Josh Ramsay | |||
| Producer(s) | Ramsay | |||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Lightning and Thunder" on YouTube | ||||
Background
editIn May 2024, the group began teasing "Lightning and Thunder" via social media, before it was officially released on May 24.[3] Josh Ramsay stated that the song came about after finding out him and his partner were going to have their first child and noted, "Every story begins with a call to adventure."[4] It was the first song the group performed live from Haven.[5]
Composition
edit"Lightning and Thunder" was written and produced by Josh Ramsay.[6] The song is described as glam rock,[1] adding a layer of synthesizer as the track's main melody,[7] as well as showcasing Ramsay's versatile vocal range.[8]
Critical reception
editNick Anastasia of Melodic praised the track's "mainstream appeal while still maintaining the honest, raw lyricism the band is known for."[9] Zee Caine of New Noise Magazine noted the similarities of the intros between the track and the previous single "A Normal Life", but stated "the only difference is that there's more kick drum within this track at the start. The vocals are much lower, and it's something that fits Matt Webb's vocal range better than the higher register that was used within a few other songs within the record. It's definitely a great track because the kick drum feels like thunder, and it makes the title feel fitting."[10]
Chart performance
edit"Lightning and Thunder" debuted on the Billboard Canada Hot AC chart at number 37.[11] The song later peaked at number 11.[12] The song also debuted at number 40 on the Billboard Canada CHR/Top 40 and peaked at number 38 on the chart.[13]
Music video
editOn July 23, 2024, the group premiered the music video for "Lightning and Thunder" via VEVO and was directed by Ben Knechtel.[14]
Personnel
editCredits for "Lightning and Thunder" adapted from album's liner notes.[6]
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Marianas Trench
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Production
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Charts
edit| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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| Canada CHR/Top 40 (Billboard)[13] | 38 |
| Canada Hot AC (Billboard)[12] | 11 |
Release history
edit| Region | Date | Format | Label | Ref. |
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| Various | May 24, 2024 | 604 Records | [15] | |
| Canada | June 10, 2024 | Adult contemporary | [16] |
References
edit- ^ a b Megan LaPierre (May 28, 2024). "Marianas Trench Plot Fall North American Tour". Exclaim!. Retrieved July 24, 2024.
After releasing glam rock-y new singles 'A Normal Life' and 'Lightning and Thunder' in the past month, Marianas Trench have announced a sprawling North American tour for this fall.
- ^ Melanie Kentner (May 26, 2024). "Marianas Trench coming to Caesars Windsor this fall". CTV News. Retrieved July 24, 2024.
- ^ Maria Serra (May 24, 2024). "Marianas Trench Prep For Adventure On 'Lightning And Thunder'". idobi Radio. Retrieved July 24, 2024.
- ^ Vicki Duong (May 28, 2024). "Pop punk locals Marianas Trench set to close out tour with a hometown show". The Georgia Straight. Retrieved July 24, 2024.
- ^ Stuart Derdeyn (September 5, 2024). "Let Marianas Trench take you on a journey in its latest album Haven". Vancouver Sun. Retrieved September 7, 2024.
- ^ a b Haven (booklet). Marianas Trench. 604 Records. 2024.
{{cite AV media notes}}: CS1 maint: others in cite AV media (notes) (link) - ^ Kelly Carciente (September 1, 2024). "Step into the theatric world of Marianas Trench's 'Haven'". Melodic Magazine. Retrieved September 7, 2024.
- ^ Samuel Stevens (August 26, 2024). "Album Review: Marianas Trench - Haven". Crucial Rhythm. Retrieved September 7, 2024.
- ^ Nick Anastasia (August 30, 2024). "Melodic Review: Marianas Trench – Haven". Melodic. Retrieved September 7, 2024.
- ^ Zee Caine (September 3, 2024). "Album Review: Marianas Trench – Haven". New Noise Magazine. Retrieved September 7, 2024.
- ^ "Canada Hot AC: Week of June 29, 2024". Billboard. June 29, 2024. Retrieved September 7, 2024.
- ^ a b "Canada Hot AC: Week of September 18, 2024". Billboard. September 18, 2024. Retrieved September 20, 2024.
- ^ a b "Canada CHR/Top 40: Week of August 10, 2024". Billboard. August 10, 2024. Retrieved August 10, 2024.
- ^ Paige Owens (July 23, 2024). "Marianas Trench Shares Cinematic Video For 'Lightning And Thunder'". idobi Radio. Retrieved July 24, 2024.
- ^ "Lightning and Thunder - Single by Marianas Trench". Apple Music. Retrieved July 24, 2024.
- ^ Carrie Buchanan (June 10, 2024). "New Music Monday – Marianas Trench 'Lightning And Thunder'". CFGX-FM. Retrieved July 24, 2024.