Progressive metal band Wilderun bravely defies standard musical categories on the new ambitious opus “Epigone” constantly surprising the audience with an eclectic songwriting style.
“Woolgatherer” embodies an adventurous spirit through a remarkable blend of diverse influences beginning with a subtle cinematic atmosphere accompanied by soulful whispered vocals that introduce a melodic wonderland featuring glowing guitar progressions and fragile acoustic passages evoking delightful folkish vibes yet a darker mood will emerge within the faster harsh rhythmic ensemble.
“Passenger” is characterized by a strong prog metal inspiration leading to a convoluted rhythmic maze fueled by a striking mix of crunchy riffage and luminous melodic guitar leads enriched by epic orchestrations and solemn choirs while the fiery growls and the untamed drumming can certainly channel a primal extreme metal force.
“Identifier” conveys immense melancholia with the recurring gentle arpeggios and the resulting cathartic melodic essence continues to linger through the refined guitar phrases yet the precise rhythmic section will create dazzling prog dynamics and significantly heavier & enigmatic segments highlighting the versatile guitar work.
“Distraction II” emphasizes an elaborate prog approach as guitars rightfully take the center stage delivering colossal riffs embellished by the grand operatic flair of the symphonic arrangements & choirs ultimately leading to a rather chaotic darker finale.
The opulent dreamy atmospheric arrangements of “Distraction III” take you far away from the dreadful reality and the charismatic guitar work crafts a series of alluring melodies while a heartfelt minimalist acoustic piece brings closure.
Shifting from surreal soundscapes to twisted rhythmic patterns, “Epigone” is destined to impress all music connoisseurs as Wilderun showcases excellent musicianship embracing an ideal escapism.