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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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Midsummer Scream has just announced a few teasers about this year’s festivities. The event is the world’s largest Halloween and horror convention, and I make it a point to attend every year. I was excited to learn about what’s in store and had to share it here with you all.
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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 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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The Witches Brew is a Los Angeles-based event organizer that hosts a variety of spooky events throughout the year. They recently presented a Valloween night market in Santa Ana, California, for all those searching for macabre Valentine’s Day gifts for either themselves or others. I had a wonderful time browsing and am here to share what I witnessed that evening.
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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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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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A most delightfully macabre shop has opened its doors in San Pedro, CA. Melissa Johnson of Miss Havisham’s Curiosities and Heather Allison of Veneration of Light have come together to establish a brick and mortar that houses their exquisite creations, which include tea sets and dark fine art. They recently hosted a soft opening, and I had an amazing time exploring their retail space.
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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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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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