Umbrosyne by EMPUSAE & ONASANDER
Empusae and Onasander, two visionary forces in experimental and atmospheric music, join together to unveil "Umbrosyne", a sonic exploration of shadow, memory, and resilience. This collaborative album weaves a tapestry of haunting soundscapes and evocative melodies, drawing listeners into a world where the ancient and the modern converge.
Through "Umbrosyne", the artists channel their distinct creative energies into a unified voice. Empusae’s mastery of dark ambient textures and industrial rhythms merges seamlessly with Onasander’s cinematic approach to composition, steeped in mythological and historical themes. The result is a compelling journey through sonic realms where desolation meets beauty, and introspection transforms into transcendence.
Visually, Umbrosyne is elevated by an arresting artwork collaboration between Christel Morvan and NIHIL. The layout, described as cosmic body horror, merges the vastness of the universe with the grotesque beauty of the human form, evoking an uncanny and otherworldly aesthetic. This haunting visual component serves as a perfect counterpart to the album’s dark yet expansive soundscapes, enhancing the sense of immersion.
Each track on Umbrosyne invites the listener to wander through intricate landscapes of layered sound, punctuated by pulsating beats, atmospheric drones, and stirring crescendos. The album serves as a meditation on the interplay of light and shadow, inspired by themes of resilience and the human capacity to navigate turmoil surrounded by the undeniable cosmic void.
With the combined talents of Empusae, Onasander, Christel Morvan, and NIHIL, Umbrosyne stands as a profound work of multi-disciplinary collaboration—a journey where sound and vision unite to tell a story of depth, contrast, and beauty, set against the haunting backdrop of the cosmic unknown.
CD Edition of 200 copies in 4 panel digipak. 6 Tracks. Running Time 47:39
Credits
Mastered by Frederic Arbour.
