UNREQVITED · A Pathway To The Moon | BLACK LP

Black vinyl LP with insert, black inner sleeve, and protective cover.

Background information about 'A Pathway To The Moon'

The mastermind behind UNREQVITED, 鬼 (Geist), is renowned for crafting exquisite musical creations that reveal their full depth upon closer inspection. Known for its roots in Blackgaze, the project also branches into Ambient, Post-Rock, and Post-Black Metal. With "A Pathway to the Moon," 鬼 takes a significant evolutionary leap, exploring dominant lyrical dimensions and shifting from vast soundscapes towards more vocal-centric compositions. This transition accompanies UNREQVITED's foray into live performances, crafting an album that feels like a Blackgaze soundtrack. The bonus track in the artbook edition further emphasizes this with a cover of Hans Zimmer's "Interstellar" piece 'Cornfield Chase.' Despite these changes, the ethereal passages from "Beautiful Ghosts" (2021) remain intact, complementing UNREQVITED's hallmark elements like the anthemic choruses of "Mosaic I: L'amour et l'ardeur" (2018) and the melancholic melodies of their debut album "Disquiet" (2016). Since its inception in 2016 as a versatile musical vehicle by 鬼, UNREQVITED has been a constantly evolving entity. With "A Pathway to the Moon," the project consolidates past influences while venturing into new musical territories. It edges closer to a traditional rock and metal album structure yet retains all qualities of a captivating soundtrack journey.

Track listing

1. Overture / I Disintegrate
2. The Antimatter
3. The Starforger
4. Void Essence / Frozen Tears
5. Into the Starlit Beyond
6. Celestial Sleep
7. Departure / Everlasting Dream

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