Of Virtue’s, “The Art of Love” Bursts Wide Open

Michigan Metalcore's Of Virtue on Love and Loss

Article contributed by Konstantina Buhalis

Of Virtue poses for a portrait | Photography by Alexander Bemis

Michigan Metalcore outfit Of Virtue has released their second single of the year, “The Art of Love.” This second single is a look at the all-consuming challenge of love and the risk of not being loved in return. Of Virtue has never shied away from the darker aspects of the human condition, and this single is no exception, with their dedication to lyrical honesty. 

Better to Have Loved and Lost

Of Virtue meshes love and violence on “The Art of Love,” conjuring images of blood and carnage on the quest for understanding how love has faded so quickly. Featuring lines like, “Love is a cold war” and “Like a gun to the head. 20 gauge in hindsight.” “The Art of Love” is a journey through the stages of violent yearning and the desire for closure. Of Virtue’s lyrics are a testament to the way in which love shapes and alters our chemistry. Of Virtue said this about the single, 

Having always been unflinching about the things that hollow us out, this brand new single widens the lens and zeroes in on the devastating toll of a love that takes everything and gives nothing back. 

Metal Lovers Look No Further

Of Virtue doesn’t shy away from their melodic metal sound on this track, giving the single the auditory weight fans have come to expect, but also brings to life the devastation of lost relationships. Of Virtue brings their unique style to this track, adding to their thought-provoking metalcore catalog. With their background featuring unique inspirations, Of Virtue continues to mature in their sound and bring the best out of each other, while maintaining the sound that has enthralled listeners from the start. 

Of Virtue’s “The Art of Love” is available to stream on all platforms.