Rites of Passage, a Brazilian Atmospheric Black Metal solo project by Limac, a composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist. Formed in 2018 and released his debut album “The Days Were Like This” on June 6th, 2021. The album was Co-released by Nomade Records, Black Hearts Records and Old Metal Rites.
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Rites of Passage, Stages Of Grief Review: This review will evaluate every aspect of the album, from its intricate musical composition to its production. Our analysis will provide valuable insights to help you determine if this album is worth adding to your collection.
The First Three Sins of The Days Were Like This
Let’s start by discussing the first three sins of Rites of Passage and his album, The Days Were Like This
The First Sin, The Strings/Keys: Features haunting melodies and atmospheric riffs, that create a dense and immersive soundscape that perfectly complements the band’s melancholic themes. The synth work creates a rich and immersive listening experience, adding to the band’s atmospheric sound… The Second Sin, The Vocals: The vocals are intense and emotional, featuring a mix of harsh growls and screams, that convey a sense of raw emotion and despair… The Third Sin—The Percussions: Delves into a vast world of dynamic and versatile, moving away from classic black metal to add more depth and variety to the band’s sound.
The Fourth Sin: Overall Discussion:
Delves deep into the heart of emotions like despair, anguish, and depression…
As soon as the listener hits the play button, the opening track Life and Death envelops them in a haunting embrace of sombre keys intertwined with atmospheric riffs, evoking a feeling of uncertainty, all underscored by raw, intense vocals.
As the listener embarks on the next leg of their auditory adventure with the second piece, The Days Were like This. They are drawn into a profound exploration of themes steeped in melancholy and sorrow. This musical odyssey delves deep into the heart of emotions like despair, anguish, and depression, inviting the listener to reflect on the complexities of the human experience.
The Days Were Like This unfolds over thirty minutes, immersing listeners in a rich tapestry of atmospheric and melancholic artistry, woven through six distinct tracks. This collection showcases a fruit of art, blend of instrumental prowess, lyrical depth, and a unique devilmanship that resonates deeply. The artistry here is not hurried; instead, it flows seamlessly, offering a refreshing experience that nourishes both the ears and the soul.
The Days Were Like This unfolds as a captivating one-man performance, orchestrated by the fruit of art and devilmanship of Limac. This artist weaves together instrumental and vocal elements, ensuring that each layer complements rather than competes with the others. Limac captivates listeners with its enchanting blend of instrumental and vocal elements, beautifully capturing the spirit and emotion woven throughout the composition. The carefully measured tempo sets a reflective and introspective atmosphere, enriching the overall auditory journey. Every note and lyric intertwine seamlessly, forging an in-depth bond that resonates long after the last echoes have dissipated.
The allure of Limac lies in its mesmerizing orchestration, where each instrumental and vocal layer contributes to a rich tapestry of sound that embodies the piece’s core feelings. The deliberate pacing invites a thoughtful, meditative state, enhancing the experience for the audience. Together, the melodies and words create an enduring connection, leaving an imprint that remains in the heart and mind well beyond the final note.
Limac‘s synth work emerges at just the right moments, infusing the compositions with a glimmer of hope and a sense of perfection that resonates throughout the entire musical tapestry. His guitar work is particularly striking, offering atmospheric and immersive soundscapes that seamlessly blend traditional black metal influences with a more reflective and emotional essence. The bass lines enrich the sound, providing a profound depth, while the synths cast an eerie, haunting ambiance. The drumming establishes a robust backbone, alternating between frenetic blast beats and more measured, deliberate tempos. While Limac‘s vocal delivery is a dynamic range, shifting from raw, guttural screams to hauntingly melodic and sorrowful tones, amplifying the emotional weight of the music. This entire experience is encapsulated in a polished production that beautifully captures the essence of the musical atmosphere.
In general, The Days Were Like This leans towards a greyish tone and feel within the music, at the same time, avoids a complete depressive mood, it still carries an underlying sense of dread, melancholy and despair that permeates the atmosphere. Rites of Passage stands as a testament to artistic expression and is essential listening for enthusiasts of Atmospheric Black Metal.
The album concludes with the final track, Dark Passenger. We want to give a shoutout to Rites of Passage and his album The Days Were Like This. Now, we are going to conclude the review by talking about the final three sins and concluding the review.
The Last Three Sins
Let’s discuss the last three sins of Rites of Passage and his album, The Days Were Like This
The Fifth Sin, The Memorabilia:
In my view, Rites of Passage‘s overall sound and atmosphere evoke feelings of dread, melancholy and despair, there are also rare occasions where moments of light pierce through the darkness, particularly through the use of synthesizers. Furthermore, Rites of Passage embodies the comforting sensation of curling up with a blanket in the corner of your sofa, with the lights dimmed just enough to allow the dark atmospheric essence of Rites of Passage to permeate your thoughts.
The Sixth Sin, The Artwork:
The artwork captivates me, depicting a misty forest with towering trees and a slender path that extends into the distance, symbolizing a journey into the unknown. This imagery effectively conveys the sombre and melancholic atmosphere of the accompanying music.
The Seventh Sin, Disrelish:
Nothing to disrelish within the musical spectrum of Rites of Passage and his album, The Days Were Like This. Therefore, this concludes Rites of Passage and his album, The Days Were Like This review.
Members
Limac: everything
Track-Listing
01. Life and Death
02. The Days Were Like This
03. Depression and Euphoria
04. The Deceived Disillusioned
05. Self Flagelation
06. Dark Passenger
