Angel Song (song)

"Angel Song"
Single by Nothing More featuring David Draiman
from the album Carnal
ReleasedMay 17, 2024
StudioLos Angeles
Length3:06
LabelBetter Noise Music
Songwriters
ProducerFulk
Nothing More singles chronology
"House on Sand"
(2024) 		"Angel Song"
(2024) 		"Freefall"
(2025)
Music video
"Angel Song" on YouTube

"Angel Song" is a song by American rock band Nothing More featuring David Draiman, lead vocalist of American heavy metal band Disturbed. It is the third single and fourth track from Nothing More's seventh album Carnal. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart in November 2024.

Release

The single was released for streaming[1] on May 17, 2024, alongside an official music video.[2] A new version of the track was rearranged and remixed by Justin "JD" deBlieck. It was released alongside the announcement of the 10th Anniversary Edition of their self-titled debut album, which was scheduled for November 22, 2024.[3]

Background and recording

According to bassist Daniel Oliver, the song was written during a day off from studio production while the band was in Los Angeles, working with songwriter Zach Jones. He stated that the song's main rhythm and vocal melody emerged quickly during the session. Oliver also noted that the band had recently reconnected with Disturbed while playing festivals in Europe and sought a guest vocalist with a powerful, distinctive voice for the track. David Draiman was selected as a guest vocalist, with Oliver noting that the band felt the song required an "epic, larger than life" voice, making Draiman an obvious choice.[4]

Vocalist Jonny Hawkins said that Draiman was initially considered as a guest vocalist for the song "Stuck", before the band decided to feature him on "Angel Song". He explained that the decision followed the band's reconnection with Disturbed. Hawkins added that the song's more rock-leaning direction and Draiman's strong presence on U.S. rock radio influenced the choice.[5] He stated that the song addresses the tension between humanity's past and future selves. He also said that as the song took shape in the studio, it became clear that Draiman's vocal style would complement the track. Draiman described the track as powerful and said that he had been a fan of Nothing More since the band's early years.[6][7]

Draiman performs the second verse on the track. According to Hawkins, the lyrics he sings are anti-authoritarian in tone. Hawkins described collaborating with Draiman as a "full circle" moment, having been a fan of Disturbed since middle school. He noted that the feature coincided with the band touring with Disturbed for the 25th anniversary of The Sickness.[8]

Composition

Oliver described the song as being driven by a heavy four-on-the-floor beat, with a groove-focused rhythm forming the basis of the song's structure. He stated that the introduction and verse rhythm were developed early in the writing process. He compared the track to the band's attempt at creating a song with a similar impact to Led Zeppelin's "Immigrant Song".[4]

According to Metal Hammer, the song features a stomping groove and a chorus highlighting collective unity,[9] while Kerrang! said it features crunchy guitar riffs.[10]

Reception

Blabbermouth described the song as a standout track on Carnal, highlighting Draiman's prominent vocals. The review also noted that the song's rhythmic feel is reminiscent of "Down with the Sickness", though less heavy.[11]

Music video

The video was directed by Orie McGinness, who has worked with artists such as Bad Omens and ERRA.[6] It depicts a woman in period clothing performing chores and seeing a robot on fire, as well as scenes of robots falling from the sky.[12]

A live version was recorded during Nothing More's performance at the Aftershock Festival 2024. The recording was released as an official video and is included as a bonus track on the deluxe edition of Carnal, alongside the original track and a remix by Justin "JD" deBlieck.[13][14]

Track listing

All tracks are written by Nothing More (Jonny Hawkins, Mark Vollelunga, Daniel Oliver, Ben Anderson), including additional where noted.

Angel Song EP[15]
No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."Angel Song (feat. David Draiman) [JD Remix]" (Explicit)
3:46
2."Angel Song (feat. David Draiman)" (Explicit)
  • Fulk
  • Jones
3:06
3."Down the River" (Explicit)
  • Doug Showalter
3:06
4."Existential Dread" (Explicit)
  • Andrew Baylis
  • Michael Whitworth
  • Fulk
4:04
Total length:14:02

Notes

Chart performance

It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart on November 23, 2024, their third song to do so.[16]

Personnel

Credits adapted from Apple Music.[17]

Nothing More

  • Jonny Hawkins - lead vocals, songwriter, programming
  • Daniel Oliver - bass, songwriter
  • Mark Vollelunga - guitar, songwriter
  • Ben Anderson - drums, songwriter, programming

Additional credits

Charts

References

  1. ^ Kennelty, Greg (May 17, 2024). "Disturbed's David Draiman Guests On Nothing More's New Single "Angel Song"". Metal Injection. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
  2. ^ "Nothing More Release New Track Angel Song Feat. Disturbed's David Draiman; Music Video". BraveWords. May 17, 2024. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
  3. ^ Michels, Alexandra (October 25, 2024). "Nothing More - 'Angel Song' feat. David Draiman released". Rock Hard (in German). Retrieved January 17, 2026.
  4. ^ a b "Nothing More, 'Carnal' - Track By Track". Rock Sound. June 28, 2024. Retrieved January 17, 2026.
  5. ^ "Jonny Hawkins on Nothing More's Carnal". Wall of Sound. June 27, 2024. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
  6. ^ a b Wookubus (May 16, 2024). "Disturbed's David Draiman Guests On Nothing More's New Single "Angel Song", Music Video Launched". ThePRP. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
  7. ^ "See Disturbed's David Draiman In Nothing More's 'Angel Song' Music Video". Blabbermouth. May 17, 2024. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
  8. ^ Armstrong, Chuck (October 25, 2024). "Jonny Hawkins Discusses How David Draiman Ended Up on a Nothing More Track – 'The Timing Was Interesting'". Loudwire. Retrieved January 17, 2026.
  9. ^ Swingle, Emily (June 27, 2024). "Nothing More – Carnal Album Review". Metal Hammer. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
  10. ^ Pearlman, Mischa (June 28, 2024). "Album review: Nothing More – Carnal". Kerrang!. Retrieved January 17, 2026.
  11. ^ Erickson, Anne. "Nothing More - Carnal". Blabbermouth. Retrieved January 17, 2026.
  12. ^ Huntress, Haela (May 18, 2024). "Nothing More Releases New Track "Angel Song" Featuring David Draiman of Disturbed". MetalSucks. Retrieved January 16, 2026.
  13. ^ "Watch Nothing More And Disturbed's David Draiman Perform "Angel Song" Live At Aftershock; Official Video". BraveWords. April 16, 2025. Retrieved January 17, 2026.
  14. ^ "Nothing More Announces World Tour". BraveWords. May 13, 2025. Retrieved January 17, 2026.
  15. ^ "Angel Song EP - by Nothing More". Apple Music. Retrieved January 17, 2026.
  16. ^ a b Rutherford, Kevin (November 15, 2024). "Nothing More Notches Third Mainstream Rock Airplay No. 1 With 'Angel Song'". Billboard. Retrieved January 17, 2026.
  17. ^ "Angel Song (feat. David Draiman) – Nothing More". Apple Music.
  18. ^ "Canada Mainstream Rock Chart — 2025-03-08". Billboard Canada. Retrieved February 17, 2026.
  19. ^ "Nothing More – Angel Song (feat. David Draiman)" (in Czech). ČNS IFPI. Retrieved February 4, 2026.
  20. ^ "Rock & Alternative Airplay". Billboard. November 30, 2024. Retrieved January 17, 2026.
  21. ^ "Year End Charts 2025: Canada Mainstream Rock". Billboard. Retrieved February 17, 2026.
  22. ^ "Mainstream Rock Airplay Songs – Year-End 2025". Billboard. Retrieved January 17, 2026.
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