Behind The Tracks: Cult Of Alcaeus - The Odyssey Of The Soul (Single) (2024)

Inspiration and theme:

The Odyssey Of The Soul belongs to an original single trilogy called Doomed Cycles. "The Odyssey of the Soul" is a journey into the human psyche inspired self introspection. The song explores themes of personal struggle, spiritual discovery, and the battle to overcome inner demons. This track represents a metaphorical journey through darkness to reach enlightenment. The lyrics capture a vivid narrative that resonates with anyone who has faced an internal battle or felt lost in their journey.

Writing process:

The writing process was one of the most intricate for the band, as they aimed to create an epic narrative in instrumentation. The song started as a dissonant melody that the lead guitarist had been working on, and it grew as each band member contributed their ideas. Layering various heavy, powerful riffs and also some atmospheric elements and chaotic felling changes, Cult of Alcaeus created a track that guides the listener through emotional peaks.

Music composition:

Musically, "The Odyssey of the Soul" combines elements of classical heavy thrash/death metal with some chaos, dissonance, and even some progressive touches.

Its structure mixes between simple raw and direct with complex harmonies, reflecting the narrative’s journey to evoke a sense of wandering and self-discovery, drawing the listener into the odyssey.

Recording and production:

The recording of "The Odyssey Of The Soul" took place at 2840 Margem Sul Estudios. The band aimed for a raw yet polished sound, capturing the live energy of their performances while ensuring clarity in the mix. Special attention was given to the balance between the instruments, allowing each element to shine without overpowering the others.

According to drummer Brutus Pazuzu and bassist Vlad Cyanide

"The Odyssey of the Soul" represents Cult of Alcaeus exploring the depths of the human mind, seeking strength and understanding our own odysseys.

Contains a mix of powerful, chaotic, and nuanced rhythms, guiding the listener with shifts in rhythm and intensity, reflecting the unpredictable twists in human souls.

The bass is relentlessly heavy, chaotic, and psychedelic, almost always weighing down the track like a burden, heavy and always present. I wanted it to feel like the weight of the struggles each of us face