Patient Sixty-Seven Collaborates with Aaron Gillespie of Underoath, Villain of the Story, Of Virtue, Taylor Barber of Left to Suffer, Hollow Front, and RAIZHELL on Latest Album

Tom Kiely - Vocals

Rory Venville - Guitar/Vocals

Declan Le Tessier - Guitar

Richard Alexander – Drums

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What If It Never Gets Better: Album Analysis

Australian metalcore band Patient Sixty-Seven has made a considerable impact within the overall scene over the last nine years while building up their international presence. They have earned millions of streams, attracted 108.8k listeners on Spotify, and garnered hundreds of thousands of followers on social media. With their latest album, "What If It Never Gets Better," they continue to push the boundaries of the subgenre, incorporating influences from adjacent styles while maintaining their metalcore identity—an approach that Patient Sixty-Seven actively embraces. The deluxe album was released on March 21, 2025, and features several tracks that remain true to the band's heavy nature.

The opening track, "Nothing Inspires Forgiveness Quite Like Revenge," introduces the album with an immediate pulsation of riffs. Tom Kiely (vocals/guitar), Rory Venville (vocals, guitar), and Declan La Tessier (guitar) deliver salient performances on this track. The interplay between them generates a rhythmic texture resemblant of electrical waves. Sharp cymbal accents punctuate the driving momentum. Keily's vocals contribute to the track's underlying tension, while Richard Alexander (drums) provides foundation, effectively completing the track with intentional percussive details. The resultant rhythmic structure is both propulsive and compelling. 

"Hibbertia" bears assertive instrumentals that gradually intensify before transitioning into the chorus. Here the clean vocals stand in contrast to Keily's prevailing growls and guttural sounds. The reduxe version of the song amplifies the angst even further through a collaboration with Hollow Front, superimposing the song's emotional unrest.

The band's keen awareness of album dynamics is evident in the next shift to "No Place," a faster-paced track that uplifts the listener and prepares them for an emotional gut check with the following song. The arrangement of the tracks is deliberate and thoughtfully considered. Additionally, the song features Aaron Gillespie, formerly of Underoath, in a pacean to the mid-2000s metalcore and post-hardcore scenes. Keily expressed to The Scene Network, in response to a query about Gillespie's collaboration, "We are really happy with all the features; we love bringing in amazing musicians from other bands. It's a great chance to add a new dynamic to the songs."

After experiencing the highs of "No Place," listeners are introduced to "Out of Sight, Out of My Mind," an emotionally evocative song. The anguished vocals elicit feelings of devastation and frustration. The instrumentals complement the lyrics and vocals, guiding listeners through a range of emotional highs and lows.

Released in the winter leading up to the album, "Mare's Nest," featuring Villain of the Story, stands out due to its memorable chorus and smooth transitions that elevate its overall vibrancy and satisfaction. This track serves as an anthem for fans, making it perfect for screaming along. It is likely the song on the album that listeners will replay the most often. Next, "Shed My Skin," showcases Alexander's percussive skill, heightens the track to a new level of aggression, featuring Tyler Ennis from Of Virtue, whose vocals complement Keily’s.

"Impaired" features Taylor Barber from Left to Suffer, a popular American deathcore band that has gained significant attention over the past year through touring and notable performances. This song seamlessly unites metalcore and deathcore, appealing to fans of both subgenres. It’s a much heavier track, once again emphasizing Alexander's percussive elements as well as fuller gutturals from both Keily and Barber.

The album features an unexpected and well-received remix of "Nothing Inspires Forgiveness Quite Like Revenge," which includes contributions from RAIZHELL. The band’s openness to exploring and adapting to various styles results in a diverse listening experience that thoughtfully challenges listeners' expectations. Additionally, instrumentals of "Hibbertia," "No Place," and "Shed My Skin" accompany the album.

Although mainstream media has not yet fully recognized Patient Sixty-Seven and the success it deserves, the band is crafting a distinctive path despite the challenges it faces. Their determination drives them to work even harder. Vocalist Tom Keily has shared on social media that one major obstacle to considering a U.S. tour is the high costs associated with visas, travel, and other fees—an issue many people may not realize can hinder the growth of bands from outside the U.S. Despite having a growing audience in the U.S. and fans eager to support them if given the chance, these limitations remain a significant barrier.

Patient Sixty-Seven is touring in Australia alongside Behind Crimson Eyes for the Behind Crimson Eyes Farewell Tour including The Last Martyr, kicking off on April 19th in Perth and concludes on May 3rd in Melbourne, where tickets have already sold out. Fans outside of Australia who can’t attend the scheduled shows can still support Patient Sixty-Seven by streaming and sharing their music, purchasing merchandise, and engaging with the band on their social media pages.