Chapter 33 ‘Passing the Torch’: A nostalgic yet explosive track blending early-2000s Warped Tour energy with Beatlesque harmonies and melodies
- Danielle Holian
- 5 days ago
- 2 min read
Chapter 33 announces the release of “Passing the Torch”. The track delivers a powerful blend of fast, early-2000s pop-punk energy layered with the band’s signature Beatles-inspired harmonies — a defining element of their sound. As their second official single, “Passing the Torch” showcases Chapter 33’s growing identity: tight instrumentation, emotional depth, and melody-forward songwriting.
The single was mixed and produced by Mitchi Dimitriadis, and drums recorded by Jordan Robinson. The accompanying music video — created by Jean-Philippe Grignon — was inspired by a friend’s unforgettable road-rage story, bringing a nostalgic, humorous visual layer to the song’s themes.
“Passing the Torch” explores themes of accountability, personal growth, and the cycles we inherit or break. With punchy riffs and infectious vocal lines, the track captures the feeling of stepping back, recognizing destructive patterns — both in others and ourselves — and choosing a better path forward.
“What inspired the song was my observations of people in my life who always seemed to blame the world for their shortcomings. It was never their fault. ‘Passing the Torch’ is about taking a step back, taking accountability, and realizing how much our mindset shapes our reality. For me, it’s also about noticing parts of myself in those same people — recognizing what cycles I needed to break. I hope listeners hear this track and think of the specific people in their lives who’ve made them doubt themselves. You’re not the crazy one, you don’t need to change — you’re great the way you are. Learn from them, carry on, and stay true to yourself.” - Chapter 33
“It’s an honor to have been a part of this band’s journey. I distinctly remember the emotions that hit me when we were recording the lyrics for ‘Passing the Torch,’ and I was pleasantly surprised. The song manages to touch on real life and thought-provoking topics but in the most wholesome, nostalgic, and humorous way. I was taken back after working on the album as a whole and hearing all the lyrics come together. It’s a privilege to work with artists who are also dear friends — artists who finally have something real to convey in their music in this day and age. It is out there, you just have to really dig for it, and I’m confident Chapter 33 will be among the gems you find.” - Mitchi Dimitriadis (Producer)
ARTIST BIO
Chapter 33 is a rising pop-punk/alt-rock band based between Gatineau and Ottawa, blending fast-paced early-2000s punk energy with rich Beatlesque harmonies and emotionally honest lyricism. Fronted by multi-instrumentalist and songwriter [Your Name], the project first gained attention for its distinctive combination of tight riffing, layered vocal arrangements, and storytelling rooted in self-reflection and lived experience.
Following their debut single, Chapter 33 continues to develop a signature sound that bridges nostalgia with fresh modern edge. “Passing the Torch” marks their second official release, setting the stage for a third single and accompanying music video arriving early next year. With influences drawing from Green Day, Blink-182, The Beatles, and Lagwagon, Chapter 33 is carving out a space in the next wave of Canadian pop-punk — one harmony-laced anthem at a time.
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