Artist: Man Must Explore
Song: “Hold Onto Me”
Album: TBD
Label: Intrepidus Records
Genre: Rock, Alt Rock
A new alt rock voice out of Albany, NY, Man Must Explore plays from an ethos that people are not meant to be caged, nor stay still. This has led them to create a brand of rock infused with an adventurer’s mentality, going with soaring hooks and passionate playing. This authentic direction can be heard in latest single “Hold Onto Me”.
About the track, the band has said:
“Both a personal plea and a universal rally cry, the track explores the raw need for connection in an increasingly disconnected world. Opening with a tense, emotional undercurrent, the song builds into a chorus driven by raging guitars, pounding drums, and soaring vocals—a cathartic release of everything unsaid. It’s equal parts vulnerable and powerful, delivering a sound that’s cinematic and deeply human.”
At its core, it’s a deeply romantic song, with the chorus going “If you hold onto me, then I’ll hold onto you. You’re all that I want to see. I’m giving you everything”, sang as a heartfelt promise. If we were still in the age of mix tapes, this track would be included on many a young lover’s.
Take a listen to Man Must Explore‘s “Hold Onto Me” in our Check This 2025 Playlist.
The Indy Review 