Tag: collaborations

Music has always been a bridge between minds and emotions, and I recently had the opportunity to contribute to a project that embodies this idea beautifully. I collaborated with the incredibly talented Norwegian singer and songwriter Eth Eonel, who is crafting a multi-part musical piece titled Sonnet.

My guitar playing is featured in the second movement of this composition, a piece that seamlessly blends progressive sensibilities with deep emotional expression. Eth Eonel’s vision brings together elements of metal, alternative music, jazz, and intricate harmonies, creating a soundscape that is both captivating and thought-provoking. It was an inspiring challenge to add my own sonic voice to this rich musical tapestry.

If you’re looking for something truly immersive, I highly recommend checking it out. You can listen to Sonnet 2 here:
https://etheonel.bandcamp.com/track/sonnet-2-feat-darkwave-2

Let me know what you think! Your feedback always means the world to me.

As I continue making steady progress with guitar recordings and programming for my new album, I find myself drawn to exploring creative outlets beyond my own project. While my solo work remains a top priority, I’m also engaged in several exciting musical collaborations that push me beyond my comfort zone and into new sonic territories. These ventures aren’t limited to metal – just like last year, I’m stepping into different musical landscapes, embracing fresh challenges that fuel my growth as a musician.

One such collaboration is with the incredibly talented Norwegian singer Eth Eonel, who is composing a multi-part musical piece titled Sonnet. My guitar playing will be featured in the second movement of this composition, which blends progressive sensibilities with deep emotional expression. It’s a thrilling challenge to weave my sound into this intricate work, and I’m eager to see how our styles merge.

Another project, still in its early stages, reunites me with my longtime friend and collaborator Ana Lyr. After working together on our cover of Nevermore’s The Sorrowed Man, we’ve set our sights on reimagining another classic—this time, Falling Again by Lacuna Coil. Ana will bring her signature vocal style to the track, while I take on the instrumental arrangement, mixing, and mastering. As a longtime admirer of Lacuna Coil, reinterpreting one of their early songs feels like a heartfelt tribute to a band that has profoundly influenced me.

Additionally, I’ve embarked on another cover project with Fati Urbán, an exceptionally gifted singer and a dear friend with whom I’ve collaborated before. Together, we’re crafting our own rendition of Aphélium by Platon Karataev, a standout band from the Hungarian acoustic music scene. This project allows us to experiment with new sonic textures while paying homage to a group that has made a lasting artistic impact.

Each of these collaborations presents unique challenges and fuels my own creative evolution. They open doors to fresh perspectives and new dimensions in my music, continuously enriching my artistic vision. I can’t wait to bring these projects to life and share them with all of you!

I added my guitars and bass to one of the songs of a great EP initiated by my friend, Fredrik of the excellent blackened death metal band Against I. The project entitled Duo Latera is basically a collaborative effort of five metal musicians (Fredrik, plus Chronicler of Ardul, MIND:FIELD, Embers Ignite and myself). The debut EP (Destructor) consists of four tracks, of which I play the guitars and bass on the third one. The music you can hear on the EP combines the stylistic elements of various metal subgenres (progressive, death, thrash, etc.), creating an exciting mixture that stretch out the borders of these already well-defined subgenres. The third song (the one I take part in) entitled Eraser is a combination of thrash-based riffs, melodic solos that fill up the entire duration of the track and powerful death metal growls. Check it out please – and don’t forget to listen to each tracks, featuring different musicians with different approaches and visions!

Click here to listen to the entire EP: https://tfreco.bandcamp.com/album/destructor

Lately, I’ve had the honor of contributing to some truly amazing musical projects, spanning a variety of genres and styles.

Terrorbit – Retro Horror Synthwave Meets Guitar Fury

I had the pleasure of adding my guitars to two tracks on Terrorbit’s latest album – a dark, retro/synthwave masterpiece inspired by the eerie aesthetics of ‘80s horror movies. If you love cinematic synths with an edge, this one’s for you! You can check out the album on Bandcamp, YouTube, or Spotify. My contributions can be heard on Track 2: Ghost and Track 6: Emptiness.

Da J – “Come Alive” (Dubstep/EDM/Bass Music)

Yes, you read that right—I ventured into the electronic music scene! I had the incredible opportunity to collaborate on “Come Alive”, a high-energy single by Da J, a top-tier producer in the dubstep/EDM/bass music world. If you’re wondering what a progressive/thrash metal guitarist is doing in this genre, just hit play and you’ll get it! You can stream “Come Alive” on Spotify and Apple Music.

Combstead – “Line In The Sand” (Heavy Metal Instrumental)

It was also a privilege to work on “Line In The Sand”, an epic instrumental track featured as Track 8 on Combstead’skiller album Road We Travel On. This record is packed with incredible guitar work, and I’m beyond honored to have been part of it. You can stream the full album on Mark’s SoundCloud!

Huge thanks to Terrorbit, Da J, and Combstead for letting me be part of their artistic vision. Each of these collaborations has been an exciting challenge, and I can’t wait for you all to hear them! Let me know what you think!