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Oceans of Slumber Unveils a Bold New Chapter in Progressive Metal

Brent "Shaggy Chan" Taylor

Jun 24, 2024

‘Where Gods Fear to Speak’ delivers a powerful blend of melancholy and majesty.

Houston, Texas' own Oceans of Slumber is a Five-Piece female-fronted metal act that will release its fifth studio album, "Where Gods Fear to Speak," on September 13, 2024. Still, for now, they have delivered a powerful title track that hits like a lightning bolt straight to the eardrum and delivers a powerful blend of melancholy and majesty, redefining the progressive metal landscape.





Where Gods Fear to Speak" is a soulful blend of melodic vocals. As a diehard fan of modern metal, this song grabbed my attention as soon as I clicked the play button.





The emotions felt through the music enhanced the song's impact and immediately launched me into a reflective and introspective state. The video reinforces the song's message of confronting fears and embracing vulnerability through visually striking imagery and symbolic representations. This was increasingly evident as frontwoman Cammie Gilbert-Beverly can be seen tied up and tangled in straps hanging from the ceiling, all while wearing an outfit that would make any individual feel vulnerable.


The lyrics explore the internal battles faced throughout life, emphasizing the need to find strength within vulnerability. This theme resonates throughout the song, highlighting the complexity of human emotions and the journey towards self-acceptance.


Buckle up because feelings of sadness, rage, and hope are all here, and you will undoubtedly feel it all like a punch in the gut!


Get the latest news, releases, and more from Oceans of Slumber by checking out any of their social media pages listed below:


Website:


Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/oceansofslumber/


Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/oceansofslumber/?hl=en


YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/user/oceansofslumber


Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2JSza6IRxLr1Ez3wqKd0SY?si=aWrsTRHCSCemMNRQaSk5tw




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