BLACK YET FULL OF STARS new album 'Dark Wing Gospel' is out now, video for single 'Nigredo, Foulest Servant' just released
DELAIN AND PESTILENCE MEMBERS FEAT. AS PART OF ORCHESTRAL METAL PROJECT,
“BLACK YET FULL OF STARS”
SOPHOMORE ALBUM AND OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR LEAD SINGLE,
‘NIGREDO, FOULEST SERVANT’ OUT NOW!
‘Dark Wing Gospel’ is the second album from Amsterdam-based Italian composer Carlo M. Dini, and to say that it doesn’t disappoint is an understatement!
Dini’s ability to stray from the symphonic metal herd and produce a captivating and utterly unique listening experience comes naturally for the composer, as he presents this elaborate collection of six spellbinding compositions that delve deep into the crevasse of Symphonic, Progressive Metal, adding Power metal elements among a rich and tapestry of layered aural arrangements.
Written and produced entirely by Carlo, ‘Dark Wing Gospel'was recorded withMichiel van der Plicht(Pestilence,God Dethroned, Carach Angren),Ludovico Cioffi(Delain, Modern Age Slavery, Nightland) amongst other incredible guests.
With elements of power, progressive, and heavy metal, the album showcases all that Carlo has learned since starting his film scoring company in Amsterdam and it features unique taste in blending heavy guitar riffs, elaborate orchestral arrangements, dramatic symphonic choruses and unique harmonies, all driven by horror-themed lyrics, about an alchemist turned serial killer.
The album is a triumph of self-production, with Carlo M. Dini taking full control of both the music and the lyrics, as well as the production and arrangement of each track, down to every minute detail.
It was written “backwards” when it comes of the typical arrangement process: Carlo wrote all the orchestral and voice lines first, with a first intention of releasing the record with just these two elements. The metal band was arranged on top of the existing orchestra in all of the songs. ‘Dark Wing Gospel’was re-amped byStefano Morabito(Fleshgod Apocalypse,Hideous Divinity) and mixed and mastered bySimone Mularoni(Rhapsody,Vision Divine, Michael Romeo).
The sound is defined by its masterful use of orchestral arrangements, with lead singerDavide Pennaseamlessly blending clean vocals withLudovico Cioffi’spowerful growls, creating a dynamic and evocative listening experience. Massive sounding string sections, a fifteen people choir, and cinematic soundscapes are prominently featured, adding a lush, elegant and epic quality to the music that sets it apart from typical symphonic metal releases. Each track takes the listener on a journey through dark, introspective themes, exploring topics such as madness, art and alchemical symbolisms.
About Carlo M. Dini.
Carlo M. Dini studied music on his own during his university years, switching his focus from classical to electric guitar, eventually focusing more and more on harmony and composition. He startedBlack Yet Full of Starsin Italy, and wrote the first release under the name Black Yet Full of Starsbetween 2010 and 2014, during the same years in which he had started studying orchestration.
The first release (self-titled,Rockshots Records, 2016) has been well received by reviewers and featured a much more trash and heavy metal influence. When Carlo moved to Amsterdam to complete his university studies and made of his orchestral music “hobby” his daily job, he also turned Black yet Full of Starsinto his metal playground, and decided to experiment - within the metal music context - how the orchestra can be featured together with the band, changing line-up and finding new guests for his records every time.
With influences ranging fromNightwishtoPeter Gabriel, Carlo has created a sound that is both personal and epic in scale, and aims to make of Black yet Full of Starsa unique orchestral metal project.
Album Track-listing
1. Halom Shacor
2. The Great Work
3. Nigredo, Foulest Servant
4. Albedo, Ancient Heart
5. Rubbed, The Artist
6. King of Salt
