US one-man cinematic doom project Liminal Spirit has unveiled the title track from its upcoming debut album, Unwell, due on 31 October.
Multi-instrumentalist/composer, Jerry Hauppa (Northless, Ara, Deorbit), had this to say about the forthcoming opus: "I have a lot to say about what I've done with the album, but the main goal was an exploration of some of my biggest fears. I've worked in nursing homes, and they are absolutely miserable places, and it is a tragedy that if we are lucky enough to live that long, that is where we will most likely end up. Losing control of my faculties, mental and physical decline, and the pondering of the unknown are all lingering fears overcasting my younger years, and I wanted to explore that musically, but also develop the idea of building sympathy for a character with dementia, only to find out that he is actually a monster who has done some horrific things despite not remembering them. I wanted to tell a story showing that you are on the hook for your deeds, no matter what- even if you can't remember them or if your mental decline has eroded away the part of you that is capable of heinous acts. I wanted the music to reflect the contemplation of a sick and addled person, and brought it together using microtonal guitars that provide an alien-sounding character to the music. The music written for the record also is tied to the seeking of spiritual salvation referenced in the song 'Welcome To My World' from Jim Reeves, recorded in 1962 and presented here in the first track of the album as the character listens to it one last time for peace of mind. The melody for this song is manipulated repeatedly throughout the record as our main character, Phillip, seeks salvation despite the blight on his soul from acts he has forgotten, but unlike what is heard on the Jim Reeves song, those who can provide salvation do not take kindly to Phillip as judgment nears. I hope those who listen are able to feel the themes expressed. It was a meaningful release to build, and I am looking forward to the reception". Link
LIMINAL SPIRIT - Unveils Title Track From Upcoming Debut Album
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