Nasla<\/strong>. The visual also features a second-act instrumental reimagining of the track, musically building beyond its original album version.<\/p>\nThis expanded instrumental section ties directly into the release of Hologram<\/strong> and Slaves to Forever<\/strong>, the band\u2019s graphic novel and upcoming audiobook. Speaking about the video and the concept behind the track, frontwoman Margarita Monet<\/strong> says, \u201cthis song is about realizing you can either surrender to the system that shapes you or reclaim your own identity. Perspective decides whether you\u2019re seen as a martyr or a monster, I believe both live within us. But the power lies in choosing which one you allow to define your reality. The video expands that idea visually, exploring fractured possibilities, perspective, and what it means to stay human in an increasingly artificial and controlled world.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\nMonet<\/strong> adds about welcoming new keyboardist Alex<\/strong> Nasla<\/strong>, \u201cwe are also very excited to welcome Alex<\/strong> Nasla<\/strong> to the band, as he extends the cinematic sound even more! In the song, each member carries a moment that pushes the story forward. Alex Nasla<\/strong>\u2019s keyboard solo marks the beginning of a shift, and in the instrumental version they explode into something far more expansive, like stepping into a larger reality. Doug Weiand<\/strong>\u2019s solo brings vulnerability and tension, and then Dave Bate<\/strong>\u2019s lead hits with intensity and resolve. Anchored by the drive of Jamie Moreno<\/strong> and Kenny<\/strong> Lockwood<\/strong>, the song follows the same arc as its message, evolution through choice\u2026\u201d<\/em><\/p>\nWatch the official music video for Martyr (Monster) here:<\/strong><\/p>\n