Empyrean Fire Interview

 

1.Can you give us an update on what has been going on with the band since the recording and release of the new album?

We have been working hard on promoting our album, as we self released on the 26th of December 2020, working on new music, staying sane haha

2.Recently you have  released a new album, can you tell us a little bit more about the musical style you went for on the recording?

Well, the musical style is pretty broad , but mostly elements of symphonic black metal, with hints of thrash at times. 

3.On the new album you also covered the writings of John Milton, can you tell us a little bit more about your interest in his work?

Yes, I love reading, love words, his writings to me are so beautiful, the way he uses words, those poems in particular are brutal and dark, a great concept for an album. 

4.You also mention some interest in the occult on the facebook page, how would you describe your interest in Occultism?

This is a question that answering could go on for a long time as I believe it is very personal for each of us. 

5.What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Empyrean Fire'?

Above Heaven is a sky of fire "Empyrean Fire" the highest point.

6.On the album cover you used some of Gustav Dore's artwork, do you feel his work is perfect for the lyrical concepts?

Yes, as he originally  illustrated Paradise Lost and Paradise Regained 

7.has the band done any live shows or open to the idea?

Not yet BUT we definitely want to!

8.The album was released by 'Heavy Gloom Productions', can you tell us a little bit more about this label?

Yes, this label is owned and operated by Jason Yorke, our guitar player. His label has been around for several years with releases from Eternal Valley and more. 

9.On a worldwide level how has the reaction been to your music by fans of symphonic black metal?

We have had excellent feedback! GREAT reviews! Can not thank you all enough for your support! 

10.Where do you see the band heading into musically during the future?

We will keep on the same path, as it is a great one, continue to write music that explores different ideas. 

11.What are some of the bands or musical styles that have had an influence on your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?

Emperor, Dissection, Dimmu Borgir heavily influenced by these bands, so very talented! What are we listening to nowadays, Panzerfaust, Uada, Skogen, Silver Talon. 

12.Before we wrap up this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts?  

Yes, thank you ADifferentShadeOfBlackMetalZine for the interview, and thank you to everyone for their support! 

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Empyrean Fire/Deliverance/2020 Full Length Review

 

  Empyrean  Fire  are  a  band  from  Portland,  Oregon  that  plays  a  symphonic  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  self  released  2020  album  "Deliverance"  which  will  be  released  on  December  26th.

  A  very  dark  and  synth  orientated  intro  starts  off  the  album  along  with  a  brief  use  of  ritualistic  spoken  word  parts  before  going  into  more  of  a  heavier  and  symphonic  direction.  When  guitar  solos  and  leads  are  utilized  they  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style  and  the  riffs  also  add  in  a  great  amount  of  melody.

  Vocals  are  mostly  grim  yet  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  along  with  some  deep  growls  also  being  utilized  at  times.  Melodic  vocals  can  also  be  heard  in  some  parts  of  the  recording  while  the  faster  sections  of  the  songs  also  add  in  a  great  amount  of  blast  beats  and  the  songs  also  add  in  a  decent  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.

  A  great  portion  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length  along  with  all  of  the  drum  beats  being  programmed.  One  of  the  songs  also  introduces  clean  female  vocals  onto  the  album  as  well  as  a  couple  also  bringing  in  a  brief  use  of  clean  playing  and  as  the  album  progresses  spoken  word  parts  also  make  a  brief  return.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  are  based  upon  John  Milton's  "Paradise  Lost"  and  "Paradise  Regained"  with  some  touches  of  occultism,  pain  and  darkness.

  In  my  opinion  Empyrean  Fire  are  a  very  great  sounding  symphonic  black  metal  band  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Gathering  Storm"  and  "Final  battle".  8  out  of  10.

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