RODERIK Unpacks the "All or Nothing" Tug-of-War in Toxic Relationships in their latest Single
- Isabella Basile
- 6 hours ago
- 2 min read
RODERIK is an alternative band based in New Jersey. The band originated during the COVID-19 pandemic, founded by Jack Anthony Salazar and David P.K. in New York. In 2023, RODERIK gained momentum with the addition of members Steve Ambro and Rick Rivera. Now, RODERIK is based in New Jersey and is a “genre-bending force in the alternative scene,” mixing rock, emo, post-hardcore, metal, pop, and hip-hop influences in their music. RODERIK's lyrics are raw and vulnerable, where Salzar dives into topics of mental health, grief, and identity, in which the listeners can feel every word. Their latest single, “All or Nothing,” was released May 9th, 2025.
"All or Nothing"
Vocals and Lyrics: Jake Anthony Salazar/Allison Sharkey
Vocals: Jake Anthony Salazar
Bass and Vocals: David P. Kaufman
Drums: Steve Ambro
Guitar and Vocals: Rich Rivera
Performed by: RODERIK and Telltale
Written by: Jake Anthony Salazar, Rich Rivera, and Ryan Lare
Produced by: Jake Anthony Salazar and Ryan Lare
In the words of Jake Anthony Salazar of RODERIK, "'All or Nothing' started as a song about a real haunting I experienced growing up, something that physically followed me and stuck with me for years. But as I kept writing, it began to take on a broader meaning. The lyrics became a way to process any kind of toxic relationship that’s hard to let go of, whether it’s with a partner, a family member, a friend, or something more supernatural. It’s about being stuck in that cycle, knowing it’s hurting you, but feeling like you can’t escape it. “All or Nothing” pays homage to some of our earlier work that never got the attention we hoped it would, while still staying true to who RODERIK has become over the past year. It’s a blend of where we started and where we’ve grown, and that balance makes it really special to us."
LONG STORY SHORT: "All or Nothing" is a blend of rock, metal, and pop that focuses on the pain of being in a toxic relationship where the other party gives you their all or nothing. But you can’t just leave them because as RODERIK sings, “you’re the only thing I’ve ever known, you’re always on my mind” and “I’m fixated, captivated by this grip that you have on me” you’re stuck in this relationship not because of love, but because of this this captivating toxic bond. After listening to "All or Nothing" on repeat, I concluded that it is not a one-sided toxic relationship; both parties are harming one another, but seemingly one more than the other. If you've ever been in a toxic relationship yourself, this is one relatable must-listen track!
Stream "All or Nothing" below!