Avenged Sevenfold have just made a unexpected return and it’s coming in hot. On December 5, the metal titans dropped a brand-new single called “Magic” as part of Season 01’s content patch for the popular video game Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.
The new song marks the band’s first new music since their 2023 album Life Is But a Dream… And in true A7X fashion, “Magic” isn’t just any ordinary single. It arrives accompanied by an immersive VR 360° video, plunging listeners straight into the war-torn universe of Call of Duty, complete with next-gen visuals powered by Unreal Engine.
For longtime fans, this release feels like a homecoming and a wild experiment all at once. Over the years, Avenged Sevenfold have established a long-standing creative partnership with the Call of Duty franchise, contributing memorable tracks to multiple Black Ops installments. In 2018, AVX, a shorthand for the band's lengthy moniker, released a four-song EP, Black Reign, made up entirely of collaboration with the Call of Duty: Black Ops series.
"We felt that we should go for something bigger, darker and more cerebral," M. Shadows told Kerrang of the song "Mad Hatter," which is included on the EP, in 2018. "We're proud to be part of the [Call of Duty] family and extremely excited for people to enjoy this next chapter and our contribution to it."
But, the latest track, “Magic” leans into a heavier, more experimental territory. For fans, it might sound like a bit of a sonic departure, combining bits of metal, electronic, and gaming-era vibes. Heavy with riffs, the song toys with autotune for a truly ambitious execution and the result sticks the landing.
The accompanying virtual reality video is more than promotion; it's an immersive experience. It’s designed to be watched with a VR headset (or at least on a device where users can pan, zoom and fully explore the environment), transporting listeners into what feels like a dystopian battleground. In short, it looks exactly how it sounds.
For a band that’s never been afraid to push the boundaries, releasing everything from arena rock anthems to experimental concept albums, Avenged Sevenfold is beginning a new bold chapter with “Magic.” With new music finally here again, fans are flooding message boards and socials with their admittedly mixed reviews. However, one thing is clear: Avenged Sevenfold is back.
Whether you’re a veteran A7X fan or a listener just curious what all the noise is about, “Magic” definitely needs to be heard.
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