Dune Reaper announces new single “Forever Asleep” on August 29

Hailing from Burlington, Canada, Dune Reaper is the unapologetic creation of Hunter Murray and Nathanael Smith — two blue-collar workers turned musical outlaws. Forged in the fires of long shifts and bigger dreams, the duo channels the grit of everyday life into a high-octane sound that blends stoner rock, punk, and alternative metal.

Their debut single, “Forever Asleep” dropping August 29, 2025, is a raw, emotional gut-punch that captures the struggle of chasing passion in a world built to wear you down. From late-night sessions to early-morning clock-ins, Murray and Smith poured everything into this track — a testament to vulnerability, rage, and survival.

Recorded at B Town Sound in Burlington with acclaimed producer Justin Koop, “Forever Asleep” draws sonic influence from modern heavyweights like Royal Blood and The Black Keys, but its lyrical core is deeply personal. Tackling themes like addiction, financial stress, and mental fatigue, the song doesn’t shy away from the darkness — it stares it down and turns it into fuel.

“This is a song about being stuck in a system that doesn’t care if you burn out,” says the band. “It’s about trying to stay awake — emotionally and spiritually — when the world just wants you numb.”

With riffs that roar and lyrics that cut deep, Dune Reaper isn’t just making music — they’re making a statement. And with “Forever Asleep,” they’re inviting listeners to wake up, break out, and find power in pain.