Tapping into a refined and cinematic grunge meets hard rock frequency, Post Death Soundtrack‘s new album, Veil Lifter is filled with philosophical depth, existential constructs, and a high emotional quotient. The record showcases nothing short of instrumental mastery, with cognitive depth, and a timeless energy, whilst showcasing a progressive and melodic mix.
We cannot get enough of the band’s cinematic AI visual for for Burrowing Down the Spine, the cerebral, glitch-core elements that run throughout the record and the overarching intentional sentiment of the opus. We learn that, departing from the industrial soundscapes of their previous work, Jon Ireson and Stephen Moore have crafted an unruly, organic experience that echoes the spirit of legends like Alice in Chains and Black Sabbath while drawing inspiration from modern heavyweights like Russian Circles and YOB – although there is no doubt that the creators are manifesting a universe of their own.
The band confess that Veil Lifter is intended as a relentless, sludgy onslaught that “channels the spirit of a wild pack of hyenas.” Thematically, the album delves into mental illness, spiritual struggle, and the search for solace, inspired by Eastern philosophies and personal tribulations.
Steve Moore describes the album as a deeply personal and uncensored journey through isolation, depression, addiction, and chaos. His metaphor-laden lyrics paint evocative dreamscapes, inspired by philosophical teachings and raw emotional experiences. Tracks like Lowdown Animal symbolize the band’s outsider status, embodying the cunning and resilience of hyenas.
Jon Ireson’s guitar work, combined with Steve’s intense vocals and Casey Lewis‘s dynamic drumming, bring the album to life, making Veil Lifter a cathartic and visceral experience. Dedicated to Moore’s late father, the album stands as a powerful testament to perseverance and the unfiltered expression of the human condition.
We love what the band is creating, and the tangible, dimensional nature of what they offer sonically and spiritually. We have added The Die is Cast and Burrowing Down the Spine to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our new TRIPPY playlist, whilst we continue to explore the wider discography of Post Death Soundtrack, and anticipate future releases!