The Odyssey Of The Soul

Single: The Odyssey Of The Soul

Format: Digital

Release Dates:
Nov, 1 2024 on Official Website, BandCamp, SoundCloud
Dec, 1 2024 on all streaming services

Behind the Track

Inspiration and Theme

The Odyssey Of The Soul belongs to an original single trilogy called Doomed Cycles.

"The Odyssey Of The Soul" offers a deep reflection on a mental, philosophical journey and a way to escape into another reality. More introspective, this track explores the emotional and spiritual costs of living within condemned patterns and the need for escape out of reality. With ethereal melodies and a dark atmosphere, the song suggests that, despite all efforts and the end of the cycle is inevitable, the possibility of rebirth is always possible.

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, powerfull riffs and also some atmospheric elements and chaotic felling changes , Cult of Alcaeus created a track that guides the listener through emotional peaks.

Musical Composition

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

Is 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 rhytms, 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.

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Tecnical Information:

The Odyssey Of The Soul was recorded in "28.40 Margem Sul Estudios" by Fracisco Santos and Ricardo Faneco and mastered at "Mister Master Studios" by Rui Dias, and includes a special guest at lead guitar, the talented João Loureiro.

Special thanks: Pedro D-Void (dvoidpedro), Nuno Loureiro (soundguyfromhell), Jorge Pina (jorgerpina) and Jose Carlos (carlosmelkor666) for help, support and useful tips.

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