Ronnie Radke, Falling In Reverse frontman, has addressed fan speculation about Spiritbox’s new song ‘Soft Spine’ on X (formerly Twitter).
A fan shared their thoughts on social media: “‘Soft Spine’ is so good. Love when anyone takes the easiest of jabs at a loser and scrub like Ronnie Radke. And not only does that but makes a great song out of it!”
Radke responded with a direct threat toward Spiritbox vocalist Courtney LaPlante. “If ‘Soft Spine’ is actually about me I’ll write a song about how she cheated on her husband with Tillian [Pearson, former Dance Gavin Dance vocalist],” Radke stated.
The exchange has intensified attention within the metal community. It highlights ongoing tensions between artists in the scene.
Metal publication 2470 Magazine offers insight into ‘Soft Spine.’ The song serves as a broader critique of power dynamics and moral weakness in the industry. Its themes explore concepts of spinelessness and exploitation within the music scene.
Spiritbox’s popularity has surged since their 2020 breakthrough. The band has delivered impressive festival performances across Europe. Their achievements include recognition at the Heavy Music Awards, cementing their position in progressive heavy metal.
The controversy emerges during Spiritbox’s period of critical acclaim. The band has earned praise for their innovative approach to modern metal. Their recent releases showcase a skilled blend of heavy sounds with progressive elements.
LaPlante and Spiritbox maintain their creative trajectory. ‘Soft Spine’ demonstrates another step in their sonic evolution. The band continues to expand boundaries in progressive metal while building on their reputation for powerful, emotionally charged performances.
