Hampton Roads metalcore mainstays Divided are back with their latest offering, Called Out, a ferocious track that hits like a sledgehammer to the senses. Released on March 7, 2025, this single is a no-holds-barred showcase of the band’s signature style: unrelenting aggression, razor-sharp riffs, and breakdowns built to shake the foundations of any venue.
Formed in 2020, Divided emerged from the remnants of multiple local bands, blending their collective experience to forge a sound that is as punishing as it is precise. Since their inception, they have been a dominant force in the Hampton Roads metalcore scene, known for delivering high-energy performances that leave audiences breathless. Whether it’s the bone-crushing chug of the guitars, the machine-gun drumming, or the sheer vocal intensity, Divided has cemented itself as a band that thrives on power and passion.
Called Out wastes no time in making its presence known. The song dives straight into the chaos, wasting no energy on buildup before the first drop hits with seismic force. A relentless thrash-driven intro leads into a pit-ready breakdown that will have even the most seasoned metalheads bracing for impact. The vocals are raw, commanding, and dripping with intensity, demanding attention while channeling pure catharsis through every syllable.
The instrumentation is equally punishing. Tight, palm-muted riffs lock in with thunderous drumming, creating a driving force that refuses to let up. Bass lines rumble underneath the chaos, adding weight to every hit, while the lead guitars sprinkle in just enough technical flair to keep the track dynamic and engaging. It’s a sonic assault in the best way possible—calculated, crushing, and absolutely relentless.
Lyrically, Called Out is an anthem of defiance, a call to arms against deceit, manipulation, and betrayal. The song embodies the feeling of reaching a breaking point, the moment when enough is enough, and standing up for yourself becomes the only option. The rage is palpable, and the conviction behind the words makes every line hit that much harder.
This track is tailor-made for the live setting, where Divided’s energy truly shines. Designed to incite chaos in the pit, Called Out is a guaranteed catalyst for crowd movement. The beatdowns are perfectly timed for slam-ready intensity, the call-and-response sections are built for audience participation, and the unrelenting pace ensures there is never a dull moment.
For fans of metalcore’s heaviest hitters—bands like Knocked Loose, Kublai Khan, and The Ghost Inside—Called Out delivers everything you could want from a song designed to shake walls and break necks. Divided takes their influences and refines them into something uniquely theirs, never compromising on the sheer force of their delivery.
As Divided continues to dominate the Hampton Roads scene, Called Out is another step forward in their journey. Whether you’ve been following them since their formation or are just now discovering their music, one thing is clear: this band is not here to play it safe. With their unwavering intensity, brutal musicianship, and ability to create music that demands to be felt as much as it is heard, Divided is proving why they’re a name to remember in metalcore’s ever-expanding landscape.
So if you’re ready to let loose, if you’re ready to throw down, and if you’re ready to answer the call, Called Out is your new anthem. Available now on all streaming platforms, this track is here to ignite the fire, fuel the chaos, and keep the pit moving—just as metalcore was meant to be.
