BRAZEN TONGUE takes a bold step forward with their latest single “Walking The Parapets,” off their much-anticipated album Of Crackling Embers & Sorrows Drowned. This new track is a profound exploration of the disparities between the orchestrators of calamity and those who bear the brunt of such events. Watch the accompanying lyric video HERE.
“Walking The Parapets” delves into the aftermath of large-scale calamities, focusing on themes of loss, suffering, and the overlooked consequences that follow. BRAZEN TONGUE ventures into the heart of humanity’s psyche, posing critical questions about the chaos’s origin and the unnecessary pain inflicted on innocent lives.
Of Crackling Embers & Sorrows Drowned pays tribute to the classic metal genre, expertly weaving aggression, tranquility, and melody to complement the thoughtful songwriting. “Walking The Parapets” showcases this harmonic balance, offering listeners an emotionally rich and intellectually stimulating experience. The band’s commitment to crafting nuanced music is apparent, navigating through the complexities of intense emotions and themes with precision.
BRAZEN TONGUE, consisting of Scott Skopec (guitars, vocals, synths), Ethan Gifford (guitars), Frank Lato (session bass), and Kevin Paradis (session drums), has been a long time in the making. Originating from a musical partnership that began in 2004, the band has overcome geographical separations and life’s unpredictable changes to forge a sound that is as unique as their story.
Of Crackling Embers and Sorrows Drowned is the culmination of years of shared musical evolution, highlighting the band’s diverse influences from classic metal, thrash, black metal, to death metal, drawing inspiration from iconic bands such as Metallica, Kreator, King Diamond, Emperor, and more. Engineered and mixed by Andy Nelson at Bricktop Studios in Chicago, IL, with additional recording by Greg Livas and mastering by Brad Boatright, the album is a testament to the band’s dedication to their craft and their ability to create compelling music across continents.
The album promises an auditory journey across its seven tracks, ranging from four to ten minutes long, each exploring themes of mortality, the acceptance of past mistakes, and the existential struggle against forces beyond our control. “The Weight Of Self” is just the beginning, with two more singles, “Walking the Parapets” and “Last Train to Myrdal,” set to precede the album’s full release.
BRAZEN TONGUE is not just releasing an album; they are sharing a piece of their soul, forged through years of collaboration, creativity, and the relentless pursuit of expressing the inexpressible through music. Of Crackling Embers and Sorrows Drowned is more than an album—it’s an invitation to explore the depths of the self amidst the cacophony of the external world.
“The Weight Of Self” is available now for streaming and download on all major platforms. Prepare to embark on a journey with BRAZEN TONGUE as they unveil the layers of human experience through the power of metal.
Of Crackling Embers & Sorrows Drowned Track List:
- The Weight Of Self
- Metaviral
- Walking The Parapets
- Last Train From Myrdal
- The Recidivist
- Beneath The Broken Trees
- The Maddening Symmetries
BRAZEN TONGUE IS:
- Scott Skopec – Guitars, Vocals, Synths; Chicago, IL, USA
- Ethan Gifford – Guitars; Gothenburg, Sweden
- Frank Lato (Session) – Bass; USA
- Kevin Paradis (Session) – Drums; France
Album Art By: Chris Kiesling / Misanthropic-Art
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