New England-based creative collective, Earthside, has released a teaser video for its upcoming debut, A Dream in Static, which you can check out in the player above. Not only are the images in the trailer beautiful, but the progressive metal that gets teased near the end sounds pretty tight. The inherently collaborative cross-continental project — recorded in Stockholm, Sweden, under the watch of renowned producer and mix engineer, David Castillo (Opeth, Katatonia, Bloodbath), and additional mix and mastering engineer, Jens Bogren (Opeth, Soilwork, The Ocean, Devin Townsend) — will be released later this year.
Earthside guitarist Jamie van Dyck commented on the recording experience:
New surroundings and collaboration are two of the best catalysts for inspiring creative energy. Living in Stockholm and recording with David Castillo was the opportunity of a lifetime for us. We were immersed in such a vibrant musical space and passionate group of people that ultimately made this record what it is. That inclusive spirit in working with David and the guest musicians on the record brought out that energy in each of us.
Through organic layers of a living, breathing orchestra (courtesy of the Moscow Studio Symphony Orchestra), and an eclectic arsenal of world music-influenced instrumentation, Earthside fashions an ever-changing sound that is equally engrossing alongside a work of cinematic art as it is resonating throughout a densely packed concert venue.
A Dream in Static, the group’s conceptual mission statement, is a story of purposeful sacrifice and existential yearning told across sweeping instrumental movements, interwoven with adventurous vocal compositions featuring premier voices from across the rock and metal worlds.
Van Dyck continued his comment:
Our music aims to evoke the full range of human emotions. Having those emotions and themes expressed more directly through the voices of some of our favorite singers and musicians was an unbelievable experience and something we cannot wait to share with everyone.
Live dates and additional album details will be announced shortly. Stay tuned to Yell! Magazine for more information.
Rock Hard \m/
