This is one of the most unique metal sounds I’ve ever heard. Progressive blackened death metal backed by uplifting and richly layered ethereal and symphonic soundscapes. The melodies and harmonies are so sonically unique. It’s a bit like a blackgazey Ne Obliviscaris, but that doesn’t do it justice, it’s so much its own thing. Absolutely beautiful album to boot - I am filled with so much emotion and can’t stop listening.
@@matthewrobinson7780 I don't know if he is in any other bands, but he is the only dude in Dessiderium, he recorded everything himself as far as I know. Fucking incredible.
how the FUCK is this a solo project? honestly absolutely shocking. i don't even know what to say! as usual Artisan Era platforms pure excellence. i'm in love.
@@ondrom1685 Brody Taylor Smith programmed them. Dude is a great drummer, and programming drums well isn't an easy task. So Kudos to him, and hit him up to play/program drums
@@ondrom1685 even if they are, to make that up is incredible in and of itself. I fully expect drummers to be able to cover it anyways. I couldn't, because im trash, but a good drummer could.
@@ChaboyAnthony No way ?! I generally find programmed drums pretty obvious but here they are so well written (dynamics especially) and mixed I almost didn't notice it
Oh my Jesus Christ. This scratches the omnium gatherum itch bigtime and I say that as they're one of my favorite bands. Just fucking breathtaking stuff y'all.
For anyone who is reading this and is unaware, this entire album and band is a solo project from Alex Haddad. He does everything you're listening too. Just to add to the wonderment.
@@Graive17 Yep, I wrote the drums but everything else was done by Alex! He's a truly great musician/composer & I'm thrilled to have been able to be a part of this release.
Yes this is glorious. I will need to hear this in headphones and with speakers to truly appreciate it . I'm so grateful that such extraordinary music is being written and shared with the world !! It truly inspires me as a guitarist and musician
Absolutely fucking incredible. I don't have any other words for this album. My wife and I listen to this bad boy on repeat and it never gets old. It's just criminal it has so few views. The musicianship and composition abilities that Alex demonstrates here are otherworldly. Amazing he was able to put this whole thing together himself. Dude deserves all the recognition in the world for this unique work of art!
Minute 11:40 from the first song is a straight punch in the face. This album is a beauty masterpiece in all senses. Aggressive and at the same time atmospherical. I could definitely watch them performing on live. Maybe some day. Congratulations for this exceptional album.
23:00 first time I heard this section I ascended No lie, I've never had music give me such a strong emotional response before, this sound is everything I didn't realize I wanted from death metal. Masterpiece of an album
Sick AF. Keep making music. 😁So after listening to this again, I just have to say that this was something special to my ears last night and this morning. Thank you Alex 🤘🤘🤘
I had their first album on permanent repeat, especially the track Mother, absolute banger of an album and one of my favorites. Here they take that skill shown in their debut and kick it up a notch by about 10 times, its so good and has a nice beauty to it. :D
I took a hit, laid down and closed my eyes, and went on a fucking journey in the ether. Stellar album. Crazy experimental and abstract (especially last song...damn) but it all works perfectly. 11/10. I wish I could see this live.
Before any drummer gets triggered xd My comment wasn't related to drums. I simply meant my feelings were touched with the tone kinda way. Haha. I love the clean tone trigger actually brings
While Shadow Burn still is my favorite album, and one of my top 10 favorite albums of all time (including one of my favorite album covers btw), this is majestic. Fucking Alex dude, he never fails to impress me with how fucking beautiful he makes music. Every single instrument just sounds so good. The talent overflows and I love every single second of it. I was so bummed out finding Shadow Burn several months late and knowing the shirt was sold out on my size. I dont usually buy merch like shirts from a band if it isnt my favorite piece of work from them, but I am seriously considering breaking that rule right now because I just feel like giving this dude some fucking money for the amazing music he lets me enjoy. Plus...the cover looks so fucking cool and beautiful too!!!!!
Agree with everyone's comments. Anyone got any suggestions for albums like this one? Their Shadow Burn album is really good too. Here's some other stuff I've been into lately, maybe it'll help with my suggestions request: An Abstract Illusion (their entire mini discography), Persefone (really anything from them too, but especially their most recent 3 albums), Tomarum, Lapetus (The Body Cosmic - this one will blow you away if you haven't heard it yet). Thanks in advance!
@@mihaelmunta2395 he says it on every Artisan era video. I think it's his catch phrase and that the video give him great pleasure! Keep up the good work Andrew! 👍
This brings me great pleasure.
😡
One of the best albums I've heard in a long time
This is one of the most unique metal sounds I’ve ever heard. Progressive blackened death metal backed by uplifting and richly layered ethereal and symphonic soundscapes. The melodies and harmonies are so sonically unique. It’s a bit like a blackgazey Ne Obliviscaris, but that doesn’t do it justice, it’s so much its own thing. Absolutely beautiful album to boot - I am filled with so much emotion and can’t stop listening.
Cannot believe this is a solo project. Blows my fucking mind! Hats off to Alex Haddad for this masterpiece.
Who's Alex Haddad and what other bands is he in
@@matthewrobinson7780 I don't know if he is in any other bands, but he is the only dude in Dessiderium, he recorded everything himself as far as I know. Fucking incredible.
@@matthewrobinson7780 he's in Arkaik and Nullingroots
@@matthewtaylor2784 that makes so much sense!! Thanks for the clarification.
WHAT
how the FUCK is this a solo project? honestly absolutely shocking. i don't even know what to say! as usual Artisan Era platforms pure excellence. i'm in love.
Musicianship in this is off the charts. The drumming is elite.
Drumming is programmed
@@ondrom1685 Brody Taylor Smith programmed them. Dude is a great drummer, and programming drums well isn't an easy task. So Kudos to him, and hit him up to play/program drums
@@ondrom1685 even if they are, to make that up is incredible in and of itself. I fully expect drummers to be able to cover it anyways. I couldn't, because im trash, but a good drummer could.
@@ChaboyAnthony No way ?! I generally find programmed drums pretty obvious but here they are so well written (dynamics especially) and mixed I almost didn't notice it
This album is phenomenal!!!
Oh my Jesus Christ. This scratches the omnium gatherum itch bigtime and I say that as they're one of my favorite bands. Just fucking breathtaking stuff y'all.
This band is just one guy. He recorded everything himself. 🤯
Phenomenal drumming.
It's a drum machine, programmed.
@@metalhead4x448 hats off to the programmer
@@n.o2164 Thank you! Writing drums to such great music isn't too hard so hats off to Alex!
@@Brodytaylorsmith Hey, awesome job, man. Do you offer this service?
Like an Opeth album from another blackened universe! Funny when the AoTY comes at the END of the year lol
You always save the best for last.
Awesome album! 5 songs and 1 hour long. Love that every song is a journey with a story to tell.
Epic album. Well done!
Wow 😍
For anyone who is reading this and is unaware, this entire album and band is a solo project from Alex Haddad. He does everything you're listening too. Just to add to the wonderment.
Drumming was programmed by another drummer.
@@alphaenemyplus8376 oh shit you right. Still, pretty damn good regardless
@@Graive17 Yep, I wrote the drums but everything else was done by Alex! He's a truly great musician/composer & I'm thrilled to have been able to be a part of this release.
Yes this is glorious. I will need to hear this in headphones and with speakers to truly appreciate it . I'm so grateful that such extraordinary music is being written and shared with the world !! It truly inspires me as a guitarist and musician
i love this so god damn much. every element of these songs sounds so amazing together. every single song on this album is a masterpiece.
Absolutely fucking incredible. I don't have any other words for this album. My wife and I listen to this bad boy on repeat and it never gets old. It's just criminal it has so few views. The musicianship and composition abilities that Alex demonstrates here are otherworldly. Amazing he was able to put this whole thing together himself. Dude deserves all the recognition in the world for this unique work of art!
17:54 is soooo gooooooooooood
This album is an absolute masterpiece
i'm 15 minutes in. i'm absolutely floored. i clicked this from the album art. i'm pretty sure i found my new favorite band. beautiful
What a fucking album this is what I wanted to hear within an exquisite album.
Some fantastic playing, melodies and topped off with some ethereal synths. Amazing work!
Minute 11:40 from the first song is a straight punch in the face. This album is a beauty masterpiece in all senses. Aggressive and at the same time atmospherical. I could definitely watch them performing on live. Maybe some day. Congratulations for this exceptional album.
Its a solo project.... agree with you. One needs patience till 11:40. Beyond that lies the treasure.
Artisan era never disappoints
This is a beauty
Really good taste and exquisite ideas!!! Well done guys!
I HAD ALREADY MADE MY TOP ALBUMS OF 2021 LISTS AND YOU HAD TO DROP AN ALBUM IN DECEMBER! This stuff is pure excellence.
LET'S FUUUCKING GOOOO
Phenomenal
One of the best albums ive ever heard. Amazing!
Amazing Album! 🤘
This is absolutely amazing! One of the best albums I've ever heard by far.
Incredible. This album reminds me of my favorite bands Devin Townsend and Enslaved but in a completely original and inspired way.
23:00 first time I heard this section I ascended
No lie, I've never had music give me such a strong emotional response before, this sound is everything I didn't realize I wanted from death metal. Masterpiece of an album
Thanks for recommending that section.
Please check Virvum - Illuminance (the song) 3:29 onwards for e very strong emotional reaction.
I'm not crying, you're crying
Why did this beautiful piece of work come out so late in the year? I'm just glad I haven't finished my year end best of 2021 list yet...
Such a beautiful music \m/
Sick AF. Keep making music. 😁So after listening to this again, I just have to say that this was something special to my ears last night and this morning. Thank you Alex 🤘🤘🤘
this is a majestic album, great emotional journey
Been loving this since it came out!
Este álbum es increíble.
"The Persecution Complex" é uma das melhores desse álbum e uma das melhores músicas de metal que escutei esse ano. Que obra. Parabéns =D.
ouço esse álbum praticamente todo dia
Great album 🤘🤘🤘🤘
I had their first album on permanent repeat, especially the track Mother, absolute banger of an album and one of my favorites. Here they take that skill shown in their debut and kick it up a notch by about 10 times, its so good and has a nice beauty to it. :D
Not they, he. It's the one man project of a guy named Alexander Haddad :)
@@Nejdebro makes it even more awesome
Mother is absurdly good
¡This is amazing! 🔥
Saludos desde México 🇲🇽
MASTERPIECE 🙏
Masterpiece
I’ve probably said this before somewhere on here. My daughter always wants to listen to this album. Her name is of course Aria.
Impresionante!! YEAHH!! 🤘🏻 Brutal Album! 🤘🏻 🤘🏻 🤘🏻 🤘🏻 🤘🏻 🤘🏻 🤘🏻 Saludos desde España 🇪🇸 🤘🏻
Eargasm
i cant find anything that comes close to his album, Alex, your definitely channeling some celestial songwriting.....
Wonderful, beautiful music.
🔥🤘
UP \o/
I love that this hour long album is only 5 songs.
Did a full run on this album again. Dang, really a masterpiece. Never had anything good like this after Diabolical Masquerade's Nightwork. 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤
🔥🔥🔥
Woo! Been stoked for this one. Loved what I heard in the singles.
More please?
I took a hit, laid down and closed my eyes, and went on a fucking journey in the ether. Stellar album. Crazy experimental and abstract (especially last song...damn) but it all works perfectly. 11/10. I wish I could see this live.
this is fucking incredible. any chance you have a link to the art behind the album art in this vid?
edit: (as in, the bigger resolution)
i see you
@@MosaFrrEund 😈
Mind fuckin blown!
wow
🤘🏻🖤❤
altamente exquisito..
This is fucking excellent
I get some major fallujah vibes with this.
Them feels triggered
They're programmed.
Greetings! Have any of your releases been recorded with all real acoustic drum notes and no trigger sample, drum sample editing or quantization?
There are more ways to create art than with a paintbrush.
Before any drummer gets triggered xd
My comment wasn't related to drums. I simply meant my feelings were touched with the tone kinda way. Haha.
I love the clean tone trigger actually brings
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While Shadow Burn still is my favorite album, and one of my top 10 favorite albums of all time (including one of my favorite album covers btw), this is majestic. Fucking Alex dude, he never fails to impress me with how fucking beautiful he makes music. Every single instrument just sounds so good. The talent overflows and I love every single second of it. I was so bummed out finding Shadow Burn several months late and knowing the shirt was sold out on my size. I dont usually buy merch like shirts from a band if it isnt my favorite piece of work from them, but I am seriously considering breaking that rule right now because I just feel like giving this dude some fucking money for the amazing music he lets me enjoy.
Plus...the cover looks so fucking cool and beautiful too!!!!!
Did it end becoming ur fav album? Thats the case when u listen to an album more n more, obviously.
If Wintersun and Devin Townsend had a baby, it would sound something like this.
The last seconds is a Final Fantasy 7 reference
Agree with everyone's comments. Anyone got any suggestions for albums like this one? Their Shadow Burn album is really good too. Here's some other stuff I've been into lately, maybe it'll help with my suggestions request: An Abstract Illusion (their entire mini discography), Persefone (really anything from them too, but especially their most recent 3 albums), Tomarum, Lapetus (The Body Cosmic - this one will blow you away if you haven't heard it yet). Thanks in advance!
This brings me great pleasure.
Esto me da un gran placer
I see a couple of comments saying 'This brings me great pleasure'. Is that a catch phrase for something I don't know about? :D
@@mihaelmunta2395 he says it on every Artisan era video. I think it's his catch phrase and that the video give him great pleasure!
Keep up the good work Andrew! 👍
Everywhere I go I see his face...