ETERNAL RECURRENCE Launch Kickstarter Campaign for Debut EP

Mar 18, 2026

Drawing inspiration from chamber music, ETERNAL RECURRENCE offer an alternative, more intimate take on modern symphonic metal. With the release of their next single “8 by 8”, ETERNAL RECURRENCE provides a further sample of the forthcoming, self-titled, debut EP due later this year.

A new voice in symphonic metal is emerging with a distinctly intimate approach. ETERNAL RECURRENCE has announced the launch of a Kickstarter campaign supporting the release of their self-titled debut EP, scheduled for later this year.

Drawing inspiration from the traditions of chamber music, ETERNAL RECURRENCE present an alternative perspective on modern symphonic metal. The project centers on the sound of real musicians performing real orchestral instruments, allowing nuance, texture, and the subtle imperfections of human performance to remain present within the music. In an era where digital orchestration has become increasingly common, the group embraces a more organic process that prioritizes authenticity and musical interaction.

Rather than pursuing the massive, cinematic scale often associated with the genre, ETERNAL RECURRENCE build their orchestral arrangements through a chamber-influenced framework. This approach places individual instruments and performers at the forefront, creating space for expressive detail and dynamic interplay. When combined with a modern metal foundation, the result is a sound that retains the emotional depth of symphonic metal while offering a closer, more personal listening experience.

The upcoming self-titled EP represents the first chapter for ETERNAL RECURRENCE and introduces the sonic identity that will guide the project moving forward. Support through Kickstarter will help fund recording, production, and the collaboration with the orchestral musicians who bring the music to life. Their page can be found HERE.

Listeners and supporters can learn more about the campaign and follow the progress of the EP through ETERNAL RECURRENCE’s Kickstarter page.

About ETERNAL RECURRENCE:

ETERNAL RECURRENCE is a symphonic metal project based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2025 by multi-instrumentalist and composer C. Alex Luke. Known for blending progressive and extreme metal with classical instrumentation, the project takes a chamber music approach to symphonic metal, prioritizing the nuance and expressiveness of real musicians over large-scale orchestral simulation.

Drawing influence from bands such as KAMELOT, EPICA, OPETH, DREAM THEATER, and REVOCATION, ETERNAL RECURRENCE balances intricate compositions with aggressive modern metal. While traditional symphonic metal often relies on massive orchestras or dense sampled arrangements, ETERNAL RECURRENCE was created around the belief that the human touch of live performance remains essential, especially in an era increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence.

Rather than emulating 19th and 20th century symphonic traditions, the project looks to chamber music for inspiration. Chamber ensembles are designed for smaller spaces and intimate performances, emphasizing clarity, interaction, and detail. This philosophy defines the sound of ETERNAL RECURRENCE.

All material on the debut release, Eternal Recurrence, was composed specifically for a chamber string ensemble alongside full metal instrumentation. The ensemble features German Dmitriev on violins, Steven Schumann on cellos, Maciek Szczyciński on double bass, and C. Alex Luke on piano, integrated with heavy guitars, technical leads, and aggressive drumming.

Released independently in 2026, Eternal Recurrence serves as both an introduction and a mission statement, presenting symphonic metal that values realism, restraint, and emotional detail without sacrificing heaviness or intensity. The project exists at the intersection of classical tradition and modern metal, focused on authenticity, composition, and the expressive imperfections that only human performers can provide.

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