L-R - Ben Kelly (Bass), Scott Loose (Guitars, Keys), Michelle Schrotz
(Vocals, Keys), Trevor Schrotz (Drums), Matt Kozar (Guitars, Keys)
Photo credit - David Wright
Day Of Departure, from Washington D.C are releasing a debut album this year
and their first single is ready for ears around the world. An intriguing blend
of ambient, prog and post-rock, the band combines that with a well-woven story
that tells of the destruction of our planet, and then the need to evolve and
find a new path forward for survival. The first single, "...And We Prepare for
Our End" is the first track and it sets the scene for the tale to come. The
band describes in further detail:
“This song is the first single and leads off the Day of Departure album. It
represents the beginning of the journey and shares with the listener the
varied sonic landscapes that will be prevalent throughout the album. This
track is meant to pique one’s interest in where the story and the music will
go. The overall ebb and flow of the amount are guided by the dynamic changes
throughout this song. Fans of post-rock, and progressive rock will find
elements that appeal to fans of both genres.”
The serene feeling that the track creates slowly evolves into the realization
of the imminent demise of the planet. A momentary sense of relief until the
outro kicks in to utterly destroy the listener, and all hope fades as does the
ending of the song.
The album is intended to take the listener on a journey from utter destruction
and despair to a place where there is a new consciousness and reality that
will break this unending cycle. The music is intended to provide a wide range
of dynamics and atmospheres to elicit an understanding and a vibe for where
the listener is within the narrative. The music aims to juxtapose intense
sonic blasting with lush and delicate atmospheres.
Coined “Post-rock-alypse with vocals”, Day of Departure is recommended for
fans of Lacuna Coil, Cult of Luna and Hammock.
The full album release is March 25, 2022 via Bravemusic.
Track Listing:
1. ...And We Prepare for Our End (8:00)
2. The Edge of Annihilation (6:13)
3. The Light In Our Eye Grows Dim (3:01)
4. Pierce the Sky (Conflict) (4:32)
5. Ex Machina (5:46)
6. Life Prevails (6:13)
7. The Future Has No Form (3:24)
8. Living Matter (7:34)
9. Awaken To The Beyond (5:50)
10. The Beyond (2:17)
Album Length: 52:50
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About:
Day of Departure combines elements of post-rock, ambient, progressive rock,
and hard rock to arrive at a unique sonic landscape that seeks to balance the
varied influences and inspirations from its creators.
Born out of a desire to explore a different musical style that merges their
influences with a well-woven narrative, Washington D.C.’s Day of Departure
created a story that begins with the destruction of our planet, and then the
need to evolve and find a new path forward for survival. They are heavily
influenced by a number of different sci-fi stories and comics that echo
throughout their music.
Their debut self-titled album is set to be released on March 25, 2022. It was
produced and recorded entirely remotely over two years with none of the
members working together in person. They currently do not have any plans to
play live at the moment, but are looking forward to thinking about how to
bring to life the music and vibe that was created on the record.
While writing their debut, several songs didn’t make the cut, yet Day of
Departure are already thinking about the next chapter to explore, with some of
those songs/ideas being the inspiration or perhaps even the focus of
forthcoming music.
