Ceremony Shadows Creates a Liminal Listening Experience in New Album ‘Ascension’

Ceremony Shadows
Ceremony Shadows

After debuting various singles over the last couple of years, Ceremony Shadows has finally released their first full-length album, Ascension. The Portland-based band, which is comprised of producer Timo and vocalists Anastasia and Jakub, is known for crafting entrancing ritual darkwave that’s imbued with layers of existential significance. Their LP delivers a magnetic soundscape filled with gems.

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Macabre Shoutout: Ceremony Shadows Unleashes Latest Song “Prey”

Ritual darkwave band Ceremony Shadows is gearing up for the release of their upcoming full-length album. As fans excitedly wait for that project to drop, the band has unveiled one more single that will be included on the LP. “Prey” is as every bit as delicious as the previous tracks they’ve produced thus far.

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Seatemples Delivers a Dose of Gothgaze in Their New EP ‘Los Templos Marinos’

Patricio Zenteno and Priscila Ugalde of Seatemples
Patricio Zenteno and Priscila Ugalde of Seatemples

Seatemples has been active in the goth music scene for over a decade and continues to entrance listeners with their sound from their homebase in Chile. I had the pleasure of interviewing the members a couple of years ago. At the time, they hinted at a larger project they had in the works. That project was their EP, Los Templos Marinos, which they just released. I immersed myself in the songs and am impressed by what they’ve produced.

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Macabre Shoutout: The Dead Electrics Unveils Their Latest Single “Thots and Prayers”

Jimmy of The Dead Electrics
Jimmy of The Dead Electrics

The Dead Electrics arrived on the alternative music scene a few years ago when they debuted their first track in 2018. Since then, they’ve produced a mix of singles and an EP catering to the post-punk, darkwave, and industrial music crowds. They describe their style as “Music for the Strange of Heart.” Their newest song, “Thots and Prayers,” continues the band’s exploration into cryptic realms and subject matter.

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Industrial Band Divine Shade Drops Debut Album ‘Fragments-Vol. 1’

Divine Shade
Divine Shade

Divine Shade is starting the year off on a high note with the release of their debut full-length album, Fragments-Vol. 1. The neo-industrial band has roots in Lyon, France. They’ve been around for a decade, releasing singles and touring across Europe. While I’ve reviewed a couple of their tracks, I was eager to listen to their first LP.

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Macabre Shoutout: Hurtsfall Releases Vampire-Inspired Single “Lost Souls (Driving at Night)”

Hurtsfall band members Mike, Jamie and Sam (Photo credit: Alex Sherriff Photography)
Hurtsfall band members Mike, Jamie and Sam (Photo credit: Alex Sherriff Photography)

Hurtsfall is creating a unique and captivating sound that brings together goth and soul. Their latest track, “Lost Souls (Driving at Night),” puts vampires in the spotlight and, being a vampire enthusiast, that caught my attention. With this new release, the band is deepening their foray into dark, intriguing soundscapes.

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Macabre Shoutout: Darkwave Band Ceremony Shadows Reveals New Single “Reclaim”

Ceremony Shadows
Ceremony Shadows

Ceremony Shadows is gearing up to release a full-length album in the near future and has dropped another track that will be part it, “Reclaim.” The group, which consists of members Timo, Anastasia, and Jakub, produces evocative ritual darkwave music with compelling messages. Their latest single beckons listeners to take back their autonomy.

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Macabre Shoutout: Divine Shade Debuts Neo Industrial Rock Track “Hate And Oblivion”

"Hate And Oblivion" by Divine Shade
“Hate And Oblivion” by Divine Shade

Divine Shade continues to unleash their neo industrial rock sounds into the ether with their latest single, “Hate And Oblivion.” The band is based in Lyon, France, and has already collaborated with prominent figures in the industrial music scene, from Gary Numan to former Nine Inch Nails drummer, Chris Vrenna. The new single gives a taste of a bigger forthcoming project.

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Dark Alternative Band In Isolation Releases Final EP: ‘Light in Darker Times’

'Light In Darker Times' EP by In Isolation
Light In Darker Times EP by In Isolation

After 20 years of creating music together, In Isolation has released their final EP, Light in Darker Times. The UK-based band has built a reputation for blending various alternative music genres, including new wave, darkwave, and post-punk, and has left a mark on underground music scenes. I had the pleasure of reviewing their 2022 project, Albums | Singles | Soundtracks and am here to give some insight into their latest work.

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Dilemma Delivers Dark Electronic Sounds in New EP ‘Becoming Alive’

Alex Elias of Dilemma (Photo credit: Shervin Lainez)
Alex Elias of Dilemma (Photo credit: Shervin Lainez)

For more than a decade, Dilemma has been creating darkly alternative music. It’s a New York-based solo project that was established by producer Alex Elias. The latest EP Becoming Alive was my introduction to his music and it interestingly fuses together various genres that create a cyber gothic nightclub atmosphere. Let’s dive deeper, shall we?

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