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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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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