Of Awakening by The Circle
Risen from the ruins, created by the fierce tides, The Circle hails you to the realm of the blackened sun with the upcoming full-length concept album entitled โOf Awakeningโ.
With their second creation, the 3-piece founded in 2021 based around vocalist Asim Searah (Ex-Wintersun) takes you on a voyage through the facets of egoism, devastation, self-hatred and reflection and the results of destructive behavior that lead to a higher level of self-actualization.
Emphasized by a blend of aggression and disharmony, yet captivating the listener in a sorrowful and haunting atmosphere, the five compositions take the audience into a sound of ambient Black/Doom Metal combined with progressive and symphonic elements which the band describes asโArt Metalโ.
The highest Aim of this album is to open up the uncovered horizons of personal philosophy and launch a cathartic process in the inner self of every listener.
credits
Tracklist
| 1. | Ruins, My Dying World | 8:26 |
| 2. | Of Awakening | 6:11 |
| 3. | Afflux | 4:01 |
| 4. | Reign of the Black Sun | 5:32 |
| 5. | Ashes and Fading Tides | 9:08 |
Credits
Music and guitars: Stanley Robertson
Lyrics and vocals: Asim Searah
Drums: Philipp Wende
Bass: Jaakko Nikko
Viola and violin: Lisa Wende
Violin guest solo on 'Of Awakening': Tim Charles
Recorded and produced by The Circle
Mixed and mastered: Miiro Varjus/Wavescape Productions
Artwork: Awinita Alm
Layout: Heresie Studio
Photos by Anne C. Swallow
