Track By Tracks: Rheinkaos - All My Being Is A Dark Verse (2024)


The title of the EP, All My Being Is a Dark Verse, is drawn from the work of the Iranian poet Forugh Farrokhzad. It encapsulates the essence of our music perfectly—an amalgamation of esoteric mysticism and a certain darkness that we all conceal, like a secret, to navigate a society that relentlessly demands façades of false smiles.

In terms of composition, the two tracks on this EP represent a natural progression from our first demo. They are more epic, more complex, and more layered, yet they retain conventional song structures such as verses and choruses. We aspire to craft avant-garde music that does not require intellectual exertion from the listener but instead evokes feelings of awe and wonder.

1. Beta Religion:

This track opens with a soundscape reminiscent of a dystopian sci-fi film, featuring expansive choirs and industrial samples. Ulver heavily influenced us during this section. Following the first major riff, we transition into a 3/4 acoustic passage that evokes Opeth, incorporating whispering vocals in the style of Cradle of Filth. The song unfolds through multiple sections before we finally reach the first verse. This part is built around a heavy riff paired with acoustic pianos, resolving into the chorus. Our aim for the chorus was clear: to convey a sense of epic grandeur and transcendence. After a second verse-chorus cycle, we move into the bridge and the final section of the song, which was intended as a cross between the doom-laden sound of Paradise Lost and the awe-inspiring conclusion of Dream Theater’s Finally Free.

2. Commencement Fear:

This track begins with a lounge-like vibe, but quickly shifts into a maelstrom of analog synth melodies and 7-string guitars. The verse introduces a traditional black metal riff, drawing inspiration from Satyricon’s Volcano. Some orchestral hits, reminiscent of Dimmu Borgir, add a dramatic touch to the verse. The chorus veers into progressive metal territory, incorporating jazzy guitars, pianos, and saxophones. Vocoder vocals, inspired by Cynic, play a significant role throughout the song. Following the first chorus, we transition into an acoustic-guitar bridge that evokes the spirit of a lost Fates Warning track from A Pleasant Shade of Gray. After repeating the second verse-chorus cycle, we conclude the song in a manner similar to its opening: with a frenzy of 7-string guitars, Hammond solos, and an ending that pays homage to Fates Warning’s influence.

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