“It's going to be a sick year," claim ONE STEP CLOSER. On the strength of their about to arrive new album ‘All You Embrace’, that seems a pretty safe bet. Check out our latest Upset cover story.

Words: Stephen Ackroyd.
Photos: Spencer Chamberlain.

Hailing from the steadfast city of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, One Step Closer stand as a testament to the enduring spirit of hardcore. They're a voice echoing through the charged air of packed venues and the solitary spaces where fans seek solace. With their upcoming album, 'All You Embrace', set for release in May via Run For Cover Records, they chart a course through the choppy waters of growth and change.

This album marks a defining moment following their lauded releases 'This Place You Know' and 'Songs For The Willow', which earned them critical acclaim and a devoted following. They've expanded their melodic horizons without compromising the fervour of their sound, inviting listeners into a bold, anthemic journey through their most impassioned music to date.

One Step Closer's trajectory has been anything but conventional. In a short span, they've vaulted from the local scenes to international stages, with live dates stretching from the neon buzz of Tokyo to the historic venues of Europe and beyond. Tour life, naturally, thrums with the pulse of the highway, each city blurring into the next, but for One Step Closer, every stop is a vivid memory in the making.

"Everything is going great," vocalist Ryan Savitski exclaims. "We are in the middle of our trio tour with Anxious and Koyo right now, currently heading to Cleveland for our show," he shares, the energy palpable even off-stage. "It's goin' good, chillin' in the van like always," adds guitarist Ross Thompson. "I think we're heading to a coffee shop right now, then to the show."