It’s been a gloomy week, but today the clouds are parting to let some light shine on Vancouver’s deserted streets. I’m listening to the new single from EMPRESS called “Sepulchre” and it’s the perfect post-metal balance of crushingly heavy and melodically ethereal! It’s taking me into a universe where fire rules the earth and ice commands the sea, and the only way to survive is to dose up on psilocybin and head bang my way into enlightenment. If that sounds strange, hit play on our stream of the single below and tell me where your mind goes! “Sepulchre” is off EMPRESS’ forthcoming debut full-length Premonition which comes out July 24th. Today’s stream is made more special by the fact that it’s bassist Brenden Gunn’s 31st birthday. Gunn passed away on Oct. 31st, 2019, and Premonition is dedicated in his memory. RIP Brenden – our love and thoughts go out to all of his friends and family who are missing him, and we hope this track brings you some happiness on a heavy day!
“Sepulchre” Lyrics
Holy tether
Live to drink blood
God’s that know the
Valley of giants
She sits on starlight
Separate from the new world
These teeth have gone for miles
Name on their shut shrine
Holy tethers
Floating celestial
Live to drink blood and fire
God’s that know their secret schemes
In the valley of giants
Gold teeth, white lungs
Singing skills on their ancient tongues
Approaching flies
With winds that blows through their sides
The iron one
Mounted in storm
Agents of flight
Powers of old
Unleash your stress
Punished in
Age of the night
Name on the shrine
