Soulful Avant-Garde Metal Outfit ZEAL & ARDOR Unleash New Single “to my ilk”
Gear up for a sonic odyssey! Genre-bending metal act ZEAL & ARDOR has dropped a brand new single, “to my ilk,” offering a taste of their upcoming album, “GREIF.”
Immerse yourself in the haunting melodies of “to my ilk” through the accompanying visualizer below. This powerful track serves as the closing chapter on “GREIF,” slated for release on August 23rd, 2024 according to Apple Music.
According to Apple Music, the album will arrive on August 23rd, and will feature the following track listing:
01 – “the Bird, the Lion and the Wildkin”
02 – “Fend You Off”
03 – “Kilonova”
04 – “are you the only one now?”
05 – “Go home my friend”
06 – “Clawing out”
07 – “Disease”
08 – “369”
09 – “Thrill”
10 – “une ville vide”
11 – “Sugarcoat”
12 – “Solace”
13 – “Hide In Shade”
14 – “to my ilk”
ZEAL & ARDOR: A Fusion of Soul and Fury
Formed in 2013 by Swiss musician Manuel Gagneux, ZEAL & ARDOR is a unique force in the metal scene. Their sound defies easy categorization, blending the raw power of black metal with soulful vocals reminiscent of African American spirituals. This seemingly unlikely marriage creates a sound that is both beautiful and brutal, introspective and aggressive.
The band’s debut album, “Devil Is Fine” (2016), sent shockwaves through the metal world, garnering critical acclaim for its originality and emotional depth. Follow-up albums “Stranger Fruit” (2018) and their self-titled release in 2022 further cemented their reputation as one of the most innovative and exciting bands in metal today.
ZEAL & ARDOR is more than just Gagneux‘s solo project. Over the years, the band has expanded to include a full lineup of talented musicians, bringing their unique vision to life on stage. Standout tracks like “Run,” “Götterdämmerung,” and “Golden Liar” showcase their ability to weave a tapestry of musical styles, keeping listeners engaged and surprised.
With the release of “GREIF” on the horizon, ZEAL & ARDOR is poised to continue their reign as pioneers of avant-garde metal. Keep an eye out for the album’s release and prepare to be transported to a world of sonic exploration.