dying in designer has never been one to shy away from pain, but with his new single “Evil Eyes,” he isn’t just processing the darkness—he’s embracing it head-on. Out today, the track marks a bold sonic and emotional shift for the Chicago artist, ushering in a new era that’s heavier, rawer, and undeniably more intense.
From the jump, “Evil Eyes” sounds like a love letter to early 2000s chaos. Think the emotional weight of Linkin Park paired with the violent catharsis of Slipknot. But it’s not just nostalgia for the sake of it—this is personal. The track pulses with nu-metal grit and gut-punching breakdowns while telling a story of being drawn to the very things that destroy you. It’s a toxic loop set to distortion and dissonance.
“‘Evil Eyes’ is about the kind of darkness you can’t outrun—whether it’s in people, places, or yourself,” explains Rob O’Brien, the creative force behind dying in designer. “I wanted it to feel like a virus you downloaded by mistake—something that stays with you long after the song ends.”
That lingering effect is no accident. “Evil Eyes” is the first glimpse into a full-blown creative overhaul. Best known for 2019’s Nobody’s Happy. and its sequel Nobody’s Happy. 2, Rob’s previous work leaned into emo-rap vulnerability. But post-label and now fully independent, he’s trading in late-night heartbreak for something louder and more volatile.
dying in designer isn’t easing into this next chapter—he’s burning the old one down. This is music for the emotionally fearless, for the broken, the bitter, and the ones ready to scream instead of cry.
“Evil Eyes” is only the beginning. And if it’s anything to go by, this era won’t just be darker—it’ll be unforgettable.
