Post Death Soundtrack's latest opus, Veil Lifter, emerges as a tempestuous manifesto, a ten-track Molotov cocktail igniting doom, grunge, hardcore, and thrash into a volatile new record. Departing from the orchestrated industrial landscapes of their previous endeavor, It Will Come Out of Nowhere, Jon Ireson and Stephen Moore steer sharply towards an untamed, organic live sound. This fresh approach, coined 'doom grunge', pays homage to their early inspirations – the likes of Alice in Chains, Black Sabbath, Nirvana, and The Stooges – while embracing contemporary heavyweights such as Russian Circles, Windhand, Queens of the Stone Age, and YOB. Within Veil Lifter, sludgy riffs collide with hardcore fury, hypnotic grooves entwine with empyrean ambience, crafting a singularly evocative sonic journey that beckons listeners into a realm where darkness and intensity reign supreme.
Thematically, Veil Lifter stands as a provocative, incisive, and unapologetically uncensored exploration. It serves as a fervent invocation of spiritual armament, a meditation on the omnipresence of mental illness within the collective psyche, and a bold confrontation of terrifying realities. The album's title, derived from an Eastern philosophical concept of "lifting the veil of ignorance," signifies a journey beyond the myriad masks of external forms and ideas. Shamanic visions, shadowy dreamscapes, scorched Earth, and an unyielding pursuit of solace converge to guide the protagonist through realms of introspection and transformation.
Steve Moore, reflecting on the genesis of Veil Lifter, reveals its deeply personal origins. Born amidst isolation, depression, addiction, and chaos, the album emerges as a cathartic expression of resilience and perseverance. Drawing upon heavy metaphor and dream language, Moore crafts a visceral tapestry of emotion, weaving together influences from Advaita, the Gita, Zen philosophy, and the teachings of Krishnamurti. Veil Lifter stands as a raw testament to the human spirit's capacity to endure and transcend adversity.
Dedicated to the memory of Moore's father, Ted George Moore, Veil Lifter symbolizes both homage and evolution. Jon Ireson echoes this sentiment, noting the album's departure from electronic production in favor of a raw, guitar-driven sound. Assembling the album's framework in whirlwind bursts of creativity, the duo infuses each track with a potent blend of intensity and introspection. Collaborator Casey Lewis adds further depth and dynamism, amplifying the album's visceral impact.
Veil Lifter is slated for digital release on April 16th, with a limited edition vinyl run to follow. In anticipation, fans can immerse themselves in the album's haunting lead single, "Icy Underground," and the ferocious grunge metal anthem, "Lowdown Animal," available for streaming on Spotify. Pre-orders for the full album are also available on Bandcamp, offering enthusiasts an opportunity to delve into the lyrical depths of Veil Lifter.
As Post Death Soundtrack prepares to unveil their latest offering, Veil Lifter, audiences are invited to embark on a journey through darkness and transcendence, where the boundaries between the tangible and the ethereal dissolve, and the power of music becomes a conduit for transformation.
Watch the duo's terrifying new music video for "Burrowing Down the Spine".
Stream the album's lead single, the haunting, doom-heavy "Icy Underground" on Spotify.
Stream the vicious grunge metal anthem "Lowdown Animal" on Spotify.
Pre-order the full album on Bandcamp.
Veil Lifter Credits:
Stephen Moore: Vocals, Guitars, Lyrics
Jon Ireson: Bass, Additional Guitars, Production
Casey Lewis: Drums
Engineered by Jon Ireson
Drums recorded by Casey Lewis
Mixed and mastered by Casey Lewis at Echo Base Studio
Album art by mrgn_studio
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RIYL: Alice in Chains, Nirvana, Opeth, Tool, Windhand, The Stooges, Russian Circles, Mastodon, Queens of the Stone Age
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