The USA-based Aduanten, featuring members of acclaimed acts Obsequiae, Vex, Panopticon, and Horrendous, has released a new EP, Apocryphal Verse, via Nameless Grave Records, and - to celebrate the release - offered a video for the track "Cerulean Dream".

The band had the following to say about the release: "We’re thrilled to announce our collaboration with Nameless Grave Records for the vinyl release of Apocryphal Verse and Sullen Cadence. Though these albums will be released four years apart, they were recorded in close succession and are intended to be experienced as a unified, full-length work. Sonically, this record picks up where we left off with our previous band Vex, but leans further into atmosphere, dramatic tension, and focused songwriting. Stylistically, it’s a heartfelt tribute to the era of bold experimentation that defined extreme metal in the 1990s—when bands like Sentenced, Amorphis, Tiamat, Katatonia, Dark Tranquillity, Anathema, Paradise Lost, Rotting Christ, and many others were fearlessly evolving their sound from album to album. That period sparked passionate debate and creative energy, and it was electrifying to witness and be part of. Our aim was to channel the spirit of those transformative records and reinterpret it through the lens of our own musical journey—crafting something that feels both reverent and personal. Similar to Sullen Cadence, the lyrics of Apocryphal Verse explore the ways in which the course of a human life can be forever marked by the sudden onset of traumatic situations that are equal parts perplexing and unfamiliar".

Apocryphal Verse is a masterclass in intricate, melodic death metal with an incredibly melancholic and atmospheric core. The release showcases a breathtaking level of musicianship through a masterful blend of searing riffs and emotionally charged soundscapes. It’s a sound that perfectly captures the desolate beauty of fall and winter, exploring themes of decay and despair with profound sorrow. This dynamic approach makes it an essential listen for fans of classic, melancholic melodeath, such as Eucharist, Dissection, and Sacramentum. Link