The third full-length Darkwave release, Thanatology, is an intensely emotional journey into the depths of formative memories, emotions, and experiences – those silent forces that shape the spiritual essence of a person. Harnessing the expressive power of instrumental progressive metal, the album paints vivid inner landscapes, translating these emotional currents into six distinct movements, each carrying a title that serves as a guidepost along the way.
“Memento mori.” The phrase echoed throughout medieval Christianity as a stark reminder of life’s impermanence: “Remember that you must die.” Humanity has always grappled with the weight of its own finiteness, responding in countless ways to the unsettling reality of mortality. Thanatology offers its own contemplation on this eternal theme, resonating with Jack Kerouac’s poignant words: “I’m writing this book because we’re all going to die.” (Visions of Cody).
In essence, the six tracks of Thanatology – released on August 3, 2023, precisely on the second anniversary of Hexapla – form an intimate soundtrack to a spiritual pilgrimage. A passage through time, memory, and the inevitable recognition of life’s transience. As an instrumental work, Thanatology does not seek to provide definitive answers to the existential questions that haunt us. Instead, it aims to evoke emotions – subtle, profound, and deeply personal – that might serve as a guide through this introspective and transformative journey.
With this in mind, Thanatology stands as both a continuation and culmination of Hexapla and Missa Innominata, weaving the first three Darkwave albums into a deeply interconnected narrative.
Track listing
- The Last Wasted Dawn (6:38)
- Stepping Through The Shadow Line (8:01)
- Necronym (5:07)
- Legacy Of The Worthless (4:58)
- All Shall Perish (6:34)
- Farewell Before Sunset (6:20)
Total playing time: 52:31