Progressive black metal unit Amiensus, still revelling in the critically acclaimed Reclamation: Part 1 album (released on 26 April; more info is HERE), has launched the first single/lyric video from its companion piece, Reclamation: Part 2, due on 30 August via M-Theory Audio.

Reclamation: Part 2 continues with more lush, panoramic epics blending harsh conditions with chilling melodies and triumphant sorrows. The lead track, "The Distance", shows further evidence of the band's penchant and abilities, made even sweeter with the addition of guest vocals from Lars Nedland (Borknagar, Solefald).

Singer/guitarist James Benson explains: "'The Distance' was primarily written by one of the founding Amiensus members Joe Waller, who last participated with us on our 2020 split with Adora Vivos; and Joe was involved in the formation of the band and on the first two LPs [Restoration and Ascension]. We were all very, very excited to have Joe contribute to Reclamation Pt. II and even more excited when Lars Nedland agreed to perform on this track. Lars simply asked for lyrics and took it from there - which was simply astonishing, as you can hear for yourself how beautifully he crafted the melodies on this song. It was a joy to take such a well-written song and have one of our music idols perform so perfectly on it!"

Once again, Aria Fawn provides unique and complementing artwork for Reclamation: Part 2, befitting the band's sound and vision. "Aria did a great job interpreting the overall messages of each part of this double album, and her skills are unmatched", states James. "There is beauty, and chaos in all things, condemnation, and redemption, defeats, and victories, and she was able to elegantly capture this through these two paintings. Please follow her on social media." Link

Reclamation: Part 2 tracklist:
1. Sólfarið
2. Acquiescence
3. Disconsolate
4. Decaying God Child
5. The Distance (ft. Lars Nedland)
6. Leprosarium
7. Orb of Vanishing Light