After seven days and seven deadly sins, our second interview with Emetropia keyboard player and backing vocalist extraordinaire Liam Strand finds us once again discussing the bands recently released acoustic EP “An Acoustic Endeavor“, this time from the writing and recording angle. After all, how does one go about taking a collection of Symphonic Metal
Sometimes it takes bravely to dare to be different and with “An Acoustic Endeavor” Symphonic Metal act Emetropia proved that who dares wins. An EP of re-imaginings that takes dynamics in Metal driven by big orchestras and choirs and strips it back to the essentials before adding wonderfully thoughtful nuance, not only do the songs
“We wanted the EP versions to be something new and original, and not simply the same song with acoustic guitars. While the original song is fast and energetic, the lyrics tell a despairing story of never ending suffering, and thus, we felt that a ballad was the perfect fit for The Old Gods. The result
Known for their energetic and dynamic approach with poetic and connected stories, Symphonic Metallers Emetropia have announced they will be releasing a new EP titled “An Acoustic Endeavor” on 24th of March. The record comprises four acoustic reimagining’s of the most beloved songs from their debut album “Equinox” with ”The Old Gods – Requiem” chosen as a