P.O.D reinvent track in a cataclysmic collaboration
P.O.D. have released a hard-hitting fan-favourite song... But with a twisted reinvention! Teaming up with Andrés Giménez of the Argentinian metal band A.N.I.M.A.L, they’ve given their epic track "I Won’t Bow Down" a fresh new lease of life, blending English and Spanish vocals to only amplify its already forceful energy.
Originally featured on their 2024 album VERITAS, "I Won’t Bow Down" was already a powerful statement of resilience, determination and served as a favourite amongst fans of P.O.D. Now, with the addition of Giménez’s wolfish vocals and signature South American metal flair, the song takes on a new life, bringing over two different cultures while staying true to its hard-hitting roots to create a knarly track.
The fusion of P.O.D.’s signature alternative metal sound with Giménez’s Latin-infused intensity creates a dynamic listening experience that we are certain that fans of both bands will appreciate, and even possibly bring in a new farm of fans.
Giménez, known for his work with A.N.I.M.A.L., brings a monumental amount of experience in thrash metal, and his presence on the track adds a layer of rawness that complements Sandoval’s already powerful vocal delivery. This sense of unity shines through in the song’s unrelenting energy!
Marcos Curiel, P.O.D.’s guitarist, describes "I Won’t Bow Down" as an anthem for the ages, and this revamped version only strengthens that claim. With some real epic riffs, hard hitting percussion, and an infectious chorus, it’s a track that really needs to be heard, it is seriously a step up from the original and adds another layer.
This release comes as P.O.D prepare to hit the road with Godsmack on their 2025 world tour. The band’s relentless track record when it comes to touring and their continued ability to evolve keep them at the forefront of the rock and metal scene, and this latest collaboration is further proof that they’re far from slowing down and only serves to encourage us, as listeners and fans, to try and keep up!
For fans of P.O.D., A.N.I.M.A.L., and hard-hitting, genre-blending metal, this new take on "I Won’t Bow Down" is a must-listen... So turn it up and as Curiel says, "never bow down”.
