Behind The Tracks: BURIED REALM - Where The Armless Phantoms Glide, Pt. II (Single) (2025)


Where the Armless Phantoms Glide, Pt. II became the foundation upon which the rest of the album would be built, marking the true beginning of Buried Realm’s creative journey for this release. Initially, the band envisioned the song as a gritty, power metal-inspired track, with a vocal style reminiscent of Warrel Dane. The spider-like riffing in the first verse, the driving drumbeats, and the chord progressions seemed tailor-made for commanding, clean vocals that would bring an unrestrained intensity to the track. At first, this direction felt natural and fitting.

However, as the band continued developing the song, it began to take on a life of its own. Layers of orchestration gradually made their way into the arrangement, introducing a darker, more cinematic tone. The evolving sound shifted the mood, casting shadows over the track and adding a haunting, foreboding energy. The accompanying lyrics reflected this transformation, and it became clear that the original vision of clean, power metal-style vocals no longer fit the song’s more brooding atmosphere.

This realization led the band to approach Björn Strid, known for his remarkable ability to blend grit and melody with seamless precision. His vocal style perfectly aligned with the song’s emerging character. Reaching out to Björn was a bold move, but to the band’s excitement, he was eager to collaborate. Björn’s vocal performance took the track to another level, adding layers of emotional depth and complexity that brought the song fully to life.

The contributions didn’t stop there. Heikki Malmberg’s drumming provided the song’s relentless backbone, driving the track with precision and force. Francesco Ferrini’s orchestration added a cinematic grandeur, weaving tension and atmosphere into every moment of the song. These elements worked in harmony to craft a piece that was as dynamic as it was visceral.

What began as a straightforward, gritty power metal concept evolved into a haunting and multi-layered track. The end result was something far greater than the band had initially imagined—an emotionally charged and cinematic piece that perfectly embodied the album’s dark and dynamic energy.

For Buried Realm, Where the Armless Phantoms Glide, Pt. II represents the essence of the creative process: an idea that starts with a clear vision but evolves in unexpected ways. The contributions of Björn, Heikki, and Francesco were instrumental in shaping the track into what it ultimately became—a powerful, atmospheric highlight of the album.

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