Where the Light Once Shone

by Arcas

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frankenmichl One of my most favorite releases of 2023 and on my aoty shortlist!

Joe Dreamy, atmospheric Black Metal that you can get lost in. Listen to this with headphones on, and you can almost feel yourself floating above the forest on the cover. Favorite track: Where the Light Once Shone.

bmurator German Atmospheric / Post-Black Metal. Over an hour of exquisite & pensive & dreamlike music. Lingering guitar melodies to ensnare you & keep you riveted for the entire time with just about enough energy to hit repeat at the end! Highly recommended!!!

Luke FEAR NOT LYRIC LOVERS, the correct non-instrumental version is up now to satisfy your lusts and we can enjoy these enticingly sinister howls of the forest as 'twas always intended!

jobo1888 Having now heard the correct version, vocals and all, this is the brilliant follow up I was expecting. What an artist Enzo is!

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1.	Cry of the Chasm 08:02	buy track
2.	Verge of Lunacy 08:30	buy track
3.	Forlorn Soul 06:21	buy track
4.	Downfall 09:09	buy track
5.	Elegy 05:55	buy track
6.	The Grief of Loss 09:37	buy track
7.	Where the Light Once Shone 13:06	buy track
8.	...and then there was Silence 05:12	buy track

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While Arcas’ debut self-titled album took listeners on a mesmerizing journey through serene landscapes, "Where The Light Once Shone" ventures into uncharted territories, delving deeper into the abyss of raw intensity.

The contrast between blistering, high-speed black metal passages and moments of eerie tranquility remains at the heart of Arcas' songwriting. However, in “Where The Light Once Shone”, the intensity has been magnified, with ferocious blast beats, razor-sharp riffs, and venomous screams intertwining to create an atmosphere that seethes with aggression and raw power.

"Where The Light Once Shone" is the product of Enzo's relentless pursuit of perfection. Tirelessly honing his craft, he has poured his heart and soul into crafting this captivating experience. With painstaking attention to detail, Enzo has meticulously recorded, mixed, and mastered each track, ensuring that the album's ferocity is captured in all its glory.

“Where The Light Once Shone” is an auditory journey that will challenge your senses and transport you to the furthest reaches of your emotional spectrum.

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released September 1, 2023

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