SLANDER joins forces with Spiritbox and Vastive for new GUD VIBRATIONS single

SLANDER has just dropped “Under My Skin,” a mix of metal and melodic bass with peers Spiritbox and Vastive, after years of live testing.

SLANDER have linked with Spiritbox and Vastive for “Under My Skin,” a long-teased collaboration on Gud Vibrations. If you have seen SLANDER live over the past few years, there is a good chance you have already heard pieces of it.

The track has been in rotation during their sets for a while, gradually evolving before its official release. That extended testing period shows how refined the final version feels without losing its edge.

“Under My Skin” leans into contrast. It starts quietly, with sparse guitar and Courtney LaPlante’s controlled vocal. It then opens into something much heavier. However, the shift doesn’t feel at all abrupt.

SLANDER’s melodic style is still present, but it takes a step back here. The focus leans more toward texture and weight, helped by Vastive’s production. His influence comes through in the sharper drops and tighter structure, pulling the track closer to metal-influenced bass music. That balance makes the collaboration feel intentional rather than experimental. Each artist’s role is clear, and no one element overwhelms the others.

The release also continues SLANDER’s steady run in 2026. Earlier this year, they dropped “Free” with NGHTMRE, which has already passed the million-stream mark. They are currently on their Voyager tour, with stops across the U.S. and Europe, including Ibiza and major festival appearances.

Spiritbox is entering the release with their own momentum. The band has spent the past few years expanding its reach beyond metal, earning multiple Grammy nominations and coveted tour slots. Their ability to move between genres makes them a natural fit for a track like this.

Meanwhile, Vastive keeps building within the heavier side of bass music. His recent collaborations and debut album have positioned him as one of the more consistent names in that lane.

“Under My Skin” doesn’t try to reinvent the genre, but instead, it executes its premise well. It sits comfortably between two genres without forcing either direction too far. After years of being played out in different forms, the final version feels settled. And positively, it sounds like it took its time getting here.

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