Eternal Nocturne, the brainchild of vocalist and songwriter RJ Mitchell (formerly of Vesuvian and Beldam), explodes onto the scene with ‘Chaos Incarnate’, a powerful melodic death metal track that showcases Mitchell's impressive vocal range and songwriting abilities. This debut solo release marks a new chapter for Mitchell, and ‘Chaos Incarnate’ sets the bar high with its blend of big riffs and soaring melodic leads.
The track is a sonic tour de force, with Mitchell's fierce vocals taking centre stage. His growls and guttural snarls force the song forward, charging through the melee of powerful instrumentals. Ljupco Stefanosk's guitar work is equally impressive, providing a searching, but spiked counterpoint to the vocals. The drums and bass, also handled by Stefanosk, create a thunderous foundation for the song, resulting in an unassailable wall of sound that will gleefully knock you around.
Despite the intensity, ‘Chaos Incarnate’ is far from a one-dimensional assault on the senses. There's a melodic undercurrent that runs throughout the track, showcasing the influence of bands like In Flames and Children of Bodom. The production, handled by vadimtsimbalyk, ensures that each instrument shines without overshadowing the others. This allows the listener to fully appreciate the complexity and nuance of the music.
Lyrically, ‘Chaos Incarnate’ explores the chaotic void of space, tackling themes of inner darkness and self-destruction. Speaking about the song, RJ explained, “I wrote it about my mental health and addiction issues I had dealt with for so much of my life, and how I thought I would die, or my creative spark would be gone without it.”
Overall, ‘Chaos Incarnate’ is a stunning debut from Eternal Nocturne. It's a track that will appeal to fans of melodic death metal and anyone who appreciates powerful vocals, intricate musicianship, and expertly crafted songwriting. With this release, RJ Mitchell has firmly established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the metal scene.
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