A Czechia Gothic Doom solo artist 1 and a multi-talented individual known for his expertise in various fields, including strategy, product management, design, composition, music, and production. On May 17th, 2024, Rove Monteux released his eleventh studio album, Existentiae. The album was released through Lua Vermelha.
Introduction:
Rove Monteux, Existentiae: 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 Existentiae
Let’s start by discussing the first three sins of Rove Monteux and his album, Existentiae.
The First Sin, The Strings/Keys: Features an instrumental environment of haunting melodies and weighty, ominous and doom-laden riffs with atmospheric riffs. The Second Sin, The Vocals: Involves omitting the vocals with an instrumental environment. The Third Sin—The Percussions: Delves into a vast world of striking drum patterns, that move the music.
The Fourth Sin: Overall Discussion: Dark instrumental environment of haunting atmosphere musical score
From the moment the play button is pressed, the listener is enveloped in the unique blend of dark instrumental elements that Rove Monteux‘s music offers. The opening piece, Agonia Existentiae, sets the path for the listener and the following nine pieces, inviting them into a world of musical intrigue. This unique blend is characterised by haunting piano melodies, heavy guitar riffs, and atmospheric keys, creating a dark yet captivating musical landscape.
As one embarks on their musical journey, the listener might find that Rove Monteux‘s music might not be everyone’s cup of tea. However, if one enjoys dark instrumental music that takes you on a cathartic excursion through agony, mourning, and crisis, one might find Rove Monteux‘s unique blend of these elements intriguing. This journey is not just about experiencing these emotions, but also about finding solace and understanding within them, making music a powerful tool for emotional exploration and healing.
Immersed in the dimly lit room, surrounded by the haunting melodies and weighty, ominous guitar riffs of Existentiase, we were taken aback. Contrary to our expectations, we found ourselves not weighed down, but surprisingly at peace. Despite its dark and heavy nature, the music radiates a certain calming quality, making it a perfect companion for a peaceful evening of rest and enjoyment, or even after a long, tough day. This unexpected twist in the music’s effect is something we truly appreciate.
Within the confines of the music, the listener will discover a meticulously crafted production that delivers impeccable sound quality. This production encompasses a fruit of art composition that intertwines a heavy-gothic atmosphere and hauntingly beautiful melodies with powerful doom-laden riffs. Adding atmospheric keys, intricate piano passages, and the dirge funeral doom-esque further enriches the listener’s musical journey, accompanied by an emotionally charged instrumental-vocal environment and striking drum patterns. Together, these elements form an unforgettable fruit of art.
Upon delving into Rove Monteux‘s background, we discovered a fruit of art craft. Rove is not just an established composer, musician, and producer but a versatile one.
His diverse range of projects, including multiple albums and soundtracks for films, is a testament to his ability to evoke emotions and enhance storytelling through music, leaving the audience in awe of his versatility.
The album comes to an end with the last song, Vacua Tenebrae (Empty Darkness). We want to give a shoutout to Rove Monteux for letting us review his album, Existentiae. Now, we’re going to wrap it up by talking about the final three sins and concluding the review.
You’re Listening to “Absurdum Esse”
PlayThe Last Three Sins
Let’s discuss the last three sins, our thoughts on Rove Monteux and his album, Existentiae.
The Fifth Sin, The Memorabilia: Is that for us, Rove’s music is not just a collection of notes and melodies but a testament to Rove Monteux‘s deep emotional connection to his craft. The creativity and devilmanship in the music are not just a testament to the artist’s talent and dedication but a direct line to our soul. Every note and composition seems meticulously crafted, making an exceptional addition to our collection.
The album’s lyrics are all in Latin, adding elegance and depth to each song’s message. The use of Latin creates a sense of detachment from everyday reality, allowing the listener to fully immerse themselves in the emotions expressed by Rove Monteux.
The Sixth Sin, The Artwork:
The artwork possesses a captivating, haunting darkness that draws you into a contemplative exploration of your emotions
The Seventh Sin, Disrelish:
Nothing to disrelish within the musical spectrum of Rove Monteux, and their album Existentiae.
This concludes the Rove Monteux, Existentiae review.
Track-Listing:
- Agonia Existentiae (Existencial Agony)
- Crisis Existentiae (Existencial Crisis)
- Absurdum Esse (Absurdity of Being)
- Absurdum Mortis (Absurdity of Death)
- Vacuitas Vitae (Emptiness of Life)
- Lacrimae (Tears)
- Luctus (Mourning)
- Plorare (Weep)
- Amissio Cari (Loss of a Loved One)
- Vacua Tenebrae (Empty Darkness)
- Born and raised in São Paulo, Brazil, Rove also lived in Ireland and is currently based in Brno, Czechia ↩︎
