Rating: 9 / 10 Stars
I PREVAIL is: Brian Burkheiser (clean vocals), Eric Vanlerberghe (unclean vocals), Steve Menoian (lead guitar/programming), Dylan Bowman (rhythm guitar), Gabe Helguera (drums)
REVIEW – With “Deep End (Stripped)”, released May 26th via Fearless Records, I PREVAIL proves once again that their power doesn’t just lie in breakdowns and distortion—it lies in vulnerability. This version pulls away the massive production of the original and lays bare the song’s emotional weight, revealing a haunting ballad that dives deeper than ever into the isolation, anxiety, and emotional spirals at the heart of the lyrics.
Stripped of its layered guitars and heavy drums, “Deep End (Stripped)” becomes an intimate confession. Brian Burkheiser’s voice feels like it’s hanging by a thread, trembling over soft piano and ambient textures. Eric Vanlerberghe trades screams for subtle harmony, showing a whole new side of his vocal range that complements the fragility of the track. The restraint here is intentional—and powerful.
The beauty of this stripped version is how it recontextualizes the message. It’s no longer about drowning in a sea of chaos but surviving in the quiet moments when the world isn’t watching. It’s a raw, reflective take that speaks volumes to fans who have followed I PREVAIL through their heaviest and darkest moments.
“Deep End (Stripped)” is an emotional reckoning, not just a rework. It invites listeners to sink beneath the surface and find something real, unfiltered, and—most importantly—human.
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