[promo] The Gates - "...of the River Styx" (October 4 via Northern Silence Productions)
Artist: The Gates
Release Title: ...of the River Styx
Label: Northern Silence Productions
Release Date: October 4, 2024
Format: Digital, LP, CD
Genre: Magick Metal/Old school Occult Rock/Gothic/Death Rock/Psychedelic Metal
Country: Canada
The Gates play "Magick Metal," combining their own brilliant interpretation of old-school Occult Rock, Gothic/Death Rock, and Psychedelic Metal with additional Black Metal vocals. Visually, they use classic psychedelic imagery such as colorful artwork and magic mushrooms in combination with occult symbols, while their lyrics also focus on traditional forms of occultism and psychedelic experiences.
Seemingly out of nowhere, in 2021/22, they delivered their debut "...of Pandemonium," an absolute killer album full of occult hymns that quickly found many fans and helped them gain a dedicated fan base. About a year later came the equally phenomenal EP "As Above, So Below," initially released digitally and as a split-LP with Behrosth. In 2024, it was finally reissued as a stand-alone MCD and MLP alongside the band’s second album.
On this new album, titled "...of the River Styx," the band continues to develop their unique style, incorporating more noticeable nods to 80s synthesizer/disco music and Gothic Rock. While the influence of the controversial originators of Magick Metal, Black Magick SS, is still present, The Gates successfully distinguish their album in terms of music, concept, and visuals. They prove that they, too, have the potential to enlighten the suffering collective human consciousness through the cosmic brilliance that manifests in the form of Magick Metal.
Once again, they demonstrate their unfailing ability to write songs and melodies that, as a fan, you simply can’t stop listening to until they become a part of your very being. As before, vocalist Galigula truly shines, and his clean vocal performance on the final track "Blind Descent" evokes none other than The Cure’s Robert Smith at the height of his abilities, showcasing Galigula’s incredible talent as a vocalist.
The Gates’ "...of the River Styx" solidifies the band’s status as uniquely talented musicians who dare to venture into uncharted musical territories, leaving an indelible mark on the genre.
Line-up:
- Galigula – Vocals
- King Baal – All instruments
Tracklist:
- Intro (1:26)
- Alone (4:21)
- Disco Mefisto (3:36)
- Bufometh (4:10)
- Stygian Hell (3:30)
- When the Lights No Longer Shine (4:12)
- Turbo Magick Cult (2:55)
- Watchers of the Night Sky (3:08)
- Blind Descent (4:39)
Links:
https://www.instagram.com/thegates_official/
https://thegates-northernsilence.bandcamp.com/
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