Devin Townsend is entering a new creative era with “PowerNerd”. The versatile Canadian musician, known for projects such as Strapping Young Lad, the Devin Townsend Project and the country duo Casualties of Cool, delivers a work that is both concise and progressive with his 28th studio album. There is already a music video for the title track with a guest appearance by Jamey Jasta (Hatebreed).

Although the music was written in just 11 days, Townsend took time to refine the lyrics into a narrative about strength and healing. Themes of self-acceptance and empathy play a central role, which is especially evident in songs like “Falling Apart” and “Gratitude”. Townsend describes the term “power nerd” as someone who transforms traits considered “weak” in human society into personal strength: “He’s like saying, OK, yeah, I’m sensitive to this, that and the other, but man, I’m gonna go for it!”

The album opens with the powerful scream “PowerNerd!”, followed by energetic tracks such as “Knuckledragger”, which showcase Townsend’s unmistakable wall-of-sound production. But “PowerNerd” offers far more than just raw aggression. Ballads like “Dreams of Light” and dynamic tracks like “Younger Lover” show Townsend’s flair for melody and structure. Each of the 11 tracks features irresistible hooks and showcases a variety of sonic colors – from synthesizer-soaked verses to sweet acoustic introductions.
Even after decades in the music business, Devin Townsend still possesses an astonishing creative power. With “PowerNerd”, he has succeeded in creating another magnificent work in which he does not forget his progressive roots, but which nevertheless transports his fans into nostalgic vintage rock worlds. The album is available as a Limited 2-CD + Blu-ray Artbook with Dolby Atmos Mix.