The Three Way Collision Before the Tour: ‘SICK SICK SICK’ Sets the Stage for December 3rd

“SICK SICK SICK” is a single I just can’t get out of my head: it emulates urgency, viciousness, and is impossible to ignore. And with Stitched Up Heart, Lauren Babic, and Eyes Set to Kill all hitting the road together starting December 3rd, this track feels like a total kick-off collaboration, a loaded statement for a tour that will completely dominate venues from the first note to the last. The tour is particularly momentous for Eyes Set to Kill, who are headlining in celebration of the 15-year anniversary of their album Broken Frames, a milestone that makes this collaboration feel even that much more meaningful.

Collabs have been everywhere in alt, post-hardcore, and metalcore lately, a risky science, with artists cross-pollinating sounds, testing boundaries, and trying to create something bigger than any one voice. But too often, these collaborations fall flat, drowning in overproduction or mismatched energy. “SICK SICK SICK” avoids all of that, and that’s why I am so eager to share it with you. There’s a twisted, slightly venomous nuance running beneath the surface that gives it edge, but it’s threaded so skillfully that the intoxicating edge flows naturally and it seems like there’s almost no force in making it work. Achieving that balance, letting three distinct vocal identities collide without losing cohesion, is no small feat.

Mixi Demner of Stitched Up Heart opens the track with her signature ethereal-but-feral tone, a hypnotic presence that anchors the verses. Lauren Babic bursts in with volcanic power, rupturing the quiet sections with intensity that floods the body. Then there’s Alexia Rodriguez of Eyes Set to Kill, weaving her crystalline, melancholic voice between the heavier bursts. Judge & Jury’s creative collective frames all three with precision: nothing is over-polished, nothing is lost, and it feels like a very powerful, cohesive piece.

Lyrically, “SICK SICK SICK” explores toxic loops and emotional infection, those moments where you feel trapped in cycles of frustration, self-doubt, or unhealthy relationships (multi-interpretive, whether you relate it to a person or a substance). The chorus hits like a fever breaking (freshly getting over this flu I’ve had, trust me, this means a lot!): an explosive and so catchy release that mirrors the inner fight the lyrics evoke. I found myself humming the song throughout work the first time I listened. It’s refreshing, and it’s definitely a more twisted kind of release than we’ve been receiving from other artists. It’s a rare collaboration where the narrative and performance intertwine so seamlessly that the listener can follow the emotional arc while also getting lost in this carousel-feeling song.

From a scene perspective, this collaboration is significant. These three artists represent some of the strongest female voices in contemporary metalcore and alt-rock, and seeing them come together amplifies their impact. It’s a reminder that collaboration doesn’t just serve the music, it also sends a message about community, solidarity, and artistic boldness in a genre often dominated by male-fronted bands (respect for my ladies!). And the fact that this tour is headlined by Eyes Set to Kill, celebrating 15 years of Broken Frames, elevates it even further. It’s a milestone moment, both honoring the band’s history and showing the evolution of their sound in real time.

Fans are already feeling the charge leading into this tour: the ones ready for an Eyes Set to Kill return, those who are eager to see Lauren level-up in the scene, and the long-time supporters for Stitched Up Heart. Fans will get to see not only the power of each vocalist but also how they play off one another. Imagine the layered choruses hitting off those venue walls, the collective roar of the crowd echoing through the melodic verses. The chemistry captured in the studio will totally find a living, breathing counterpart on stage, the distinct energy each of them brings will be nothing short of electrifying. Knowing the tour coincides with Eyes Set to Kill’s 15-year anniversary, these performances are guaranteed to feel both fresh and nostalgic.

For fans of modern metalcore, alt-rock, or just raw, emotionally charged music, “SICK SICK SICK” is essential listening. It proves that three powerhouse vocalists can collide, twist, and harmonize in ways that are both thrilling and meaningful, and that when done right, a collaboration like this can leave a lasting mark on the scene. I’m so excited for this tour! I’ll be at the Anaheim show, and I’m truly looking forward to hearing this live.