A Modern Armada – ‘Hero?’ New Single and Video

January 9, 2026International Artists, New Music, New Music Video, New Single, News, Press Release Comments (0)

A Modern Armada – ‘Hero?’ New Single and Video

A Modern Armada Unleashes Powerful New Single and Video, “Hero?”

Los Angeles, CA. – What does it mean to be a “Hero?”, is what Stefan Strychar, from A Modern Armada, is exploring with his latest single. It’s off of his new album Retaliation is Newtonian and the follow-up to his very well received track, “Annihilation”, garnering attention from fans all over the globe.

Stefan says, “I completed the music for “Hero?”, first before I even had a melody, and the phrase, ‘what does it mean to be a hero?’ popped in my head and I loved the idea as a chorus.” He continues, “Then I set out to craft a story around it. There are always those stories of courage and altruistic sacrifice, but more often than not it can be something much more hidden or under the radar, events or actions that no one will ever even see or know about. Unsung heroes. True nobility. A callback to when integrity mattered. In the end, we create our own narrative, we are what we say we are.”

Stefan enjoys going to shows and has recently seen 90s two-man band Local H and well-known Detroit band Sponge. He can also be caught jamming Meat Puppets while driving as well as Tad, another Seattle music scene band. A group out of Norway that has recently caught his attention is Slomosa, which pushes heavier than he usually leans, but captivates with its mesmerizing guitar work and their own created sound they call “Tundra Rock”. These experiences have inspired Stefan to bring A Modern Armada to the stage in 2026.

Behind the music is a strong support system. Stefan’s partner, artist Tatiana Flis, has been integral since designing the cover of his debut EP Gravitation in 2012. She continues to shape the visual identity of each release and offers candid feedback on his songs. “She gives me space when I need to write, and she’s always honest. Hero? is her favorite track on this album, so it felt right to release it as the next single.”

For Stefan, music is never truly finished. He echoes one of his favorite quotes: “A poem is never finished, only abandoned.” Each song could always have another bridge, chorus, or solo, but knowing when to stop is part of the craft. “Self-editing goes a long way. Less is more. Move on to the next idea.”

You can get Retaliation is Newtonian on vinyl and catch A Modern Armada playing live soon, bringing their music to audiences around Detroit.