Carved Memories - The Moirai
Release Date: November 1st, 2024
Black Lion Records
Carved Memories are a German based symphonic metal band. "The Moirai" is their debut album that will be released November 1st on Black Lion Records. On their first album, Carved Memories produced a viciously penetrating melodic achievement. This is a mass of sound created by an all encompassing wall of ideas that work well alongside each other. Carved Memories relies heavily on orchestration by Clemens “Ardek” Wijers from Carach Angren. I believe this adds to their sound and does not detract due to ideas that are too grandiose. Another aspect of Carved Memories that stood out for me was the guitar playing. Im a huge fan of two guitar ideas working in unison as separate rhythmic and melodic entities. "The Moirai" is a confident example of an intelligent pairing of melody and aggressiveness. It has just enough combative catchiness to make for an accessible yet thoughtful release. The name Carved Memories is inspired by our experiences as humans that shape many aspects of ourselves. The album focuses on, "the concept of absolute power, exploring the immense forces that dominate and control their realms." Their press release goes on to say: "Each track reflects the overwhelming presence of a massive deity or emotion, personified as an unstoppable force reigning supreme." Concerning the lyrics, they "narrate the influence and dominion of these mighty entities, portraying them in their full might—unchallenged and eternal. The themes center around the unyielding nature of these powers, representing a reign that cannot be defied." Carved Memories have crafted an excellent debut album.
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Release Date: November 1st, 2024
Black Lion Records
Carved Memories are a German based symphonic metal band. "The Moirai" is their debut album that will be released November 1st on Black Lion Records. On their first album, Carved Memories produced a viciously penetrating melodic achievement. This is a mass of sound created by an all encompassing wall of ideas that work well alongside each other. Carved Memories relies heavily on orchestration by Clemens “Ardek” Wijers from Carach Angren. I believe this adds to their sound and does not detract due to ideas that are too grandiose. Another aspect of Carved Memories that stood out for me was the guitar playing. Im a huge fan of two guitar ideas working in unison as separate rhythmic and melodic entities. "The Moirai" is a confident example of an intelligent pairing of melody and aggressiveness. It has just enough combative catchiness to make for an accessible yet thoughtful release. The name Carved Memories is inspired by our experiences as humans that shape many aspects of ourselves. The album focuses on, "the concept of absolute power, exploring the immense forces that dominate and control their realms." Their press release goes on to say: "Each track reflects the overwhelming presence of a massive deity or emotion, personified as an unstoppable force reigning supreme." Concerning the lyrics, they "narrate the influence and dominion of these mighty entities, portraying them in their full might—unchallenged and eternal. The themes center around the unyielding nature of these powers, representing a reign that cannot be defied." Carved Memories have crafted an excellent debut album.
carvedmemoriesband.com
linktr.ee/blacklionrecordsswe