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Alternative rock artist Stonehocker’s striking new single, “Hello Mr. Hyde,” sets the tone for his brand new album of the same name. Rooted in honest introspection, the track delves into the metaphor of addiction, likening the infamous character of Mr. Hyde to the personal demons that lurk within us all.
Stonehocker’s new album, Hello Mr. Hyde, is an unfiltered journey through self-discovery and surrender. Written while working through a 12-step program, the album reflects the themes of struggle, revelation, and ultimate acceptance. At its core, Hello Mr. Hyde embodies the first three steps of any recovery process, culminating in a surrender to a higher power—a concept rarely explored so openly in modern music.
Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Stonehocker saw a profound connection between Hyde and the struggle against addiction. The song acknowledges those inner battles, offering a thought-provoking and deeply personal narrative.
“Hello Mr. Hyde” is made even more special with the return of drummer Jeff Towers, a longtime collaborator. The two first worked together on Stonehocker’s 2008 album, Mail Me a Smile, which carried a distinct punk influence. After reconnecting at one of Jeff’s drum clinics on “single drum theory,” Stonehocker invited him to lend that unique technique to this track, creating a distinctive rhythmic feel that sets it apart from the rest of the album.
‘Hello Mr. Hyde’ is an introspective look at the demons that hide within; it is also an acknowledgement of them. The album moves through stages beginning with the greeting and recognition, followed by the depression that comes from the acceptance of “Mr. Hyde,” but finishing with a peaceful release found through surrendering to God. I believe everyone has their own version of “Mr. Hyde” within them and that acknowledging and facing this inner demon is essential to coming to peace with oneself. – Stonehocker
