ORFIN Honors Love, Loss, and Legacy With “Protect The King (Danny’s Song) (Ft. Tyler Lyon)”

With “Protect The King (Danny’s Song) (Ft. Tyler Lyon)”, NYC-based solo multi-instrumentalist ORFIN delivers one of his most emotionally courageous and sonically ambitious releases to date. The track stands as a heartfelt memorial to ORFIN’s younger brother, whose tragic passing became the catalyst for a piece that merges vulnerability, heavy rock aesthetics, and a deeply human story.

“Protect The King (Danny’s Song)” feels purposeful, anchored by sharp riffs, sweeping melodic lines, and a sense of urgency that reflects the grief and devotion behind its creation. ORFIN, known for his passion for heavy music and boundary-pushing production, steps boldly outside his usual comfort zone to create a towering radio-rock anthem. Yet despite its polished, radio-ready feel, the song remains raw at its core, shaped by the honesty of someone writing not for commercial trends, but for survival, memory, and healing.

A major force behind the single’s emotional depth is Tyler Lyon, whose vocal performance elevates the track into something cathartic and cinematic. Lyon’s delivery captures the heartbreak and resilience embedded in the lyrics, matching ORFIN’s instrumentation in intensity and sincerity. Their collaboration forms the emotional spine of the track, transforming personal tragedy into something listeners can connect with on a universal level.

The production quality of “Protect The King (Danny’s Song) (Ft. Tyler Lyon)” is particularly noteworthy. Recorded entirely in ORFIN’s home studio, the song was later mixed and mastered by acclaimed producer Jamie King of THE BASEMENT STUDIO, known for his work with Between the Buried and Me and The Contortionist. The result is a stunning demonstration of what modern technology makes possible: radio-grade rock production crafted from a bedroom setup, elevated by a master engineer’s finishing touch.

Beyond its sonic appeal, this release stands out because of its overwhelming sincerity. ORFIN describes the single as one of the best songs he has ever written, created not for charts or trends, but for himself, for his brother, and for the love of music that he describes simply and powerfully: “I love listening to music. I love writing music. Music is such a wonderful thing.”

“Protect The King (Danny’s Song) (Ft. Tyler Lyon)” is more than a tribute; it’s a testament to resilience, memory, and the healing power of creating something meaningful out of pain. With its gripping vocals, refined production, and emotional authenticity, the song marks a defining moment in ORFIN’s artistic evolution and stands as one of his most significant works to date.