Twenty One Pilots have unleashed their electrifying second single off the upcoming album Breach, titled “Drum Show”, and it’s making waves—not least because for the first time, drummer Josh Dun delivers lead vocals. The track dropped on August 18 and arrives with a gritty, rock-driven edge that packs a punch.
This marks a departure from their usual sound, leaning into raw punk-rock energy with percussion at its core. What’s especially striking is Josh’s vocal turn in the middle—singing: “I’ve been this way / I want to change.” It’s not a fleeting cameo—it lends a deeply personal, narrative shift to the song.
Accompanying the release, the music video—directed by Mark C. Eshleman—unfolds in a moody parking garage. Scenes of the duo playing in and around a van that powers their instruments reinforce the gritty, intimate vibe of the song.
Critics and fans alike are embracing this bold move. The chorus sticks, the riffs burn, and there’s newfound emotional weight as Josh steps into the vocal spotlight. “Drum Show” not only offers fresh sonic terrain—it’s a powerful statement of identity and evolution as Breach approaches.
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