Kraków’s black metal duo KIR have released their haunting first single, “Apoptosis,” from the anticipated debut album L’appel du vide. The single premiered on Black Metal Promotion’s YouTube channel and offers a gripping introduction to KIR’s unique sound and immersive storytelling. L’appel du vide is set for full release on December 6, 2024, through GODZ OV WAR PRODUCTIONS. Stream the new track HERE.
“Apoptosis” takes listeners through a soundscape of decay and introspection, capturing the essence of disintegration both in self and society. With spacious tremolos, heavy, doom-laden riffs, and Harvest’s evocative vocal work, “Apoptosis” is a dark, powerful piece that confronts life’s fragility and the inevitability of entropy. The song’s atmosphere, layered with philosophical undertones and existential weight, embodies KIR’s commitment to creating music that resonates both emotionally and intellectually.
Since its premiere, “Apoptosis” has been met with praise for its intense atmosphere and thematic depth, giving fans an early taste of the complexity and emotional force awaiting in L’appel du vide. Blending elements of black metal, doom, and psychedelic influences, KIR presents a sound that is both raw and introspective, a haunting reflection on themes of absurdism and societal critique.
Fans can listen to “Apoptosis” now on Black Metal Promotion’s YouTube channel, and follow KIR as they prepare for the release of L’appel du vide on December 6. Pre-orders are available through Bandcamp, where the album will be offered in Digipack CD, digital formats, and limited MC tape editions.
About KIR:
KIR is a bold voice emerging from the shadows of Kraków’s underground, driven by a deep-rooted desire to push boundaries within black metal. The band was born from a decade-long partnership between Harvest and Ferment, who share a history of collaborations across diverse projects. KIR’s music aims to evoke an experience rather than simply perform, creating immersive soundscapes where heavy riffs and haunting melodies intertwine with layered atmospherics.
KIR’s approach is grounded in a fascination with exploring the darker layers of the human psyche and the eerie pull of life’s most unsettling thoughts. Each composition is carefully constructed, balancing intensity with introspective depth. Their music defies simple classification, drawing on influences that span metal subgenres and beyond, resulting in a sound that is textured, evocative, and profoundly unsettling.
With their commitment to storytelling through sound, KIR crafts pieces that are as much about atmosphere and emotion as they are about precision and skill. Their work reflects a profound awareness of music as an art form that can challenge, disturb, and inspire—making KIR a band that doesn’t just perform music but lives and breathes it.
KIR is:
- Harvest – Vocals
- Ferment – Guitars, Bass
- Krzysztof Klingbein – Session Drums
Album Credits for L’appel du vide:
- Producer: Ferment
- Recording Studio: TRIPlets Audio
- Engineer: Ferment
- Mastering: Ferment
- Mixing: Ferment
- Album Cover Artist: Harvest
Connect with KIR:
- Bandcamp: kirmetal.bandcamp.com
- Facebook: facebook.com/kirmetal
- Instagram: instagram.com/kirmetal
- YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Kir-blackmetal
Tracklist for L’appel du vide:
- “DestinationVoid” – 1:14
- “Monument” – 4:34
- “Znów” – 7:47
- “Eter” – 7:54
- “Apoptosis” – 9:28