Official press release:
Extreme drone doom metal merchants Monarch have officially announced the release of their unearthly, earth-shattering new album Never Forever this September 22nd on Profound Lore Records. Enter the ritual with the “Song To The Void” video:
With their new album Never Forever, France’s cult extreme doom metal band Monarch continue their singular style of punishing ritualistic drone doom and take it towards more melancholic territories. Even more ghostly, atmospheric, and haunting than its predecessor, 2014’s Sabbracadaver, Never Forever sees the five-piece take even more form and shape with their songwriting while still harnessing that plodding, down-tuned, and crushing low-end that has become their signature rhythmic backdrop to vocalist Emilie Bresson’s enchanting and spellbinding vocals. With the more melancholic tone and vibe of Never Forever, Bresson adapts her vocals in a more ethereal and delicate manner likewise, while still juxtaposing them with her otherworldly harsh shrieks.
Never Forever track listing:
1. “Of Night, With Knives”
2. “Song To The Void”
3. “Cadaverine”
4. “Diamant Noir”
5. “Lilith”
Monarch is:
Emilie Bresson – Vocals
Shiran Kaidine – Guitar
MicHell Bidegain – Bass
Benjamin Sablon – Drums
Stéphane Miollan – Guitar