The Periapt Of Absence, by MOTHER OF GRAVES

The Periapt Of Absence

by MOTHER OF GRAVES

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MetalMinder Though the songs are dressed in the trappings of legendary bands that walked this path before (e.g. Katatonia; Edge of Sanity), what lies at the heart—& what makes Mother of Graves so special—is that regardless of the specific stylistic approach, the songs at their cores are written in such a memorable, timeless manner that exudes an effortless, practiced confidence. This is a band writing & performing in a charged & meaningful way, & has resulted in an album that will be returned to for years. Favorite track: Upon Burdened Hands.

Jake W. Our expectations for this album were high but the band aimed and landed even higher.
Restless, mournful, passionate doom and metal in equal parts. Favorite track: Apparition.

strahmnomore This album (and all this band’s music) really rules! These words coming from a long time melodic death doom metalhead since the 90’s, it is rare to find a band today that does this style so well, let alone one that comes from North America! If you’re into old Katatonia, Opeth, October Tide, give these guys a listen. You won’t be disappointed.

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1.	Gallows 05:13	buy track
2.	Shatter The Visage 05:54	buy track
3.	A Scarlet Threnody 06:16	buy track
4.	Apparition 05:19	buy track
5.	The Periapt Of Absence 05:20	buy track
6.	As The Earth Fell Silent 05:40	buy track
7.	Upon Burdened Hands 04:59	buy track
8.	Like Darkness To A Dying Flame 06:33	buy track

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After the success and lasting impact of their debut 2022 full-length, Where the Shadows Adorn, Indianapolis melodic death-doom purveyors Mother of Graves return to the surface with a new and prolific dose of melancholy.

The Periapt of Absence, set to be unleashed by the esteemed Profound Lore Records, serves as a testament to Mother of Graves' evolutionary journey and steadfast dedication to crafting their profoundly personal and enthralling rendition of death-doom metal.

Highlighted by Brandon Howe's soul crushing and poetic vocals, this offering transcends boundaries, delving even deeper into realms of melancholy and introspection than their past offerings. The album expands on Mother of Graves' engrossing atmospheres, crushing passages that shine light on their death metal roots, monumental hooks, and melodies that will resonate for years to come. The crushing production, provided by the band's Ben Sandman with dynamic mastering by the legend Dan Swanö, amplifies the monumental rhythm section anchored by Don Curtis on drums and Corey Clark on bass, while illuminating the intricate guitar harmonies skillfully woven by guitarists Sandman and Chris Morrison.

The Periapt of Absence is without a doubt their most in depth and significant material to date. Each song provides a poignant exploration of the human experience, where moments of despair are illuminated by glimmers of hope and fleeting beauty. Through eight cathartic tales of heartache, love, and loss, Mother of Graves beckons you to delve deep into the recesses of their dark and gloomy world.

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released October 18, 2024

Produced, recorded, and mixed by Ben Sandman at GLB Studios.
Drum tracks recorded by Dyllen Jerome Nance and Ryan Adkins at Azmyth Studios.
Mastered by Dan Swanö at Unisound.
Additional vocals by Gina Sandman.
Artwork by Caelan Stokkermans.
Design by Chimere Noire.

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Mother of Graves Indianapolis, Indiana

Melodic death and doom from Indiana.

Est. 2019

Mother of Graves "The Periapt of Absence" out on 10/18/2024 via Profound Lore Records.

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Black Circle Brewing

Indianapolis, IN
Nov 23

Reggie's

Chicago, IL

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