Borrowed Time is a Gritty Ride into the Heart of the Badlands with Tim Brink & The Rising
By Christian Lamitschka for Country Music News International Magazine
Forget the polished pop anthems; Tim Brink & The Rising are taking listeners on a much darker, dustier journey with their second single, “Borrowed Time.” This isn’t just a song; it’s a cinematic experience, a “gut-punch” of sound that masterfully fuses the raw energy of ’90s alt-rock with the brooding soul of dark country. If you’ve ever imagined a high-noon standoff in a parched desert, complete with boots scuffing scorched earth and the chilling glint of drawn guns, then you’ll instantly connect with the outlaw spirit that drips from every note of this track.
“Borrowed Time” exudes a palpable sense of tension from its opening chords. Its chilling refrain – “let it bleed, for the draw that buries you or me” – isn’t just a lyric; it’s a declaration, setting a stark, unyielding tone for the narrative that unfolds. This isn’t a song that rushes to its destination; it’s a slow-burn anthem, perfectly crafted for the restless and the relentless. It’s for those who carve their own path, live by their own unwavering code, and are prepared to die on their own terms.
At the helm of this sonic journey is Tim Brink, a powerhouse Quebecois vocalist and multi-instrumentalist whose voice sounds as if it’s been steeped in whiskey and grit. Brink’s musical odyssey is as compelling as the sound he creates with The Rising. His career has spanned continents, from touring Canada and Germany with Pete Möss to making it as a finalist on La Voix IV. He even garnered consideration as the third lead singer for Stone Temple Pilots, a testament to his undeniable talent and versatile vocal range.
Now, with The Rising, Brink has truly found his lane, crafting narrative-driven soundscapes that evoke the atmospheric depth of shows like Yellowstone, True Detective, and Justified. The band channels the haunting spirit of ghost towns, the endless expanse of lost highways, and the hard-won glimmer of redemption. This is music for fans of southern gothic, blues-drenched Americana, and anyone who appreciates a song with a story to tell.
If your regular playlist dives deep into the gritty authenticity of artists like Colter Wall, Orville Peck, or Chris Stapleton, then “Borrowed Time” is more than just a new song – it’s the ride you’ve been waiting for. So, dim the lights, crank up the volume, and let Tim Brink & The Rising transport you to a world where every note tells a story and every beat echoes the heart of the untamed.