From the eerie mists of the Blue Mountains, Australia – Carmeria combine the haunting sounds of dark symphonic metal with the lovelorn energy of gothic rock. Carmeria are preparing to return to the international gothic scene with their sophomore offering, “Tragédie D’amour”, set for release on August 23rd, 2024. “A Thousand Winter Rains” offers a first taste of the full-length to come.
Singer/songwriter Jordan von Grae comments on the new album:
“As artists, we never want to become stagnant, and I believe that this record is a testament to that notion. As a band, we long to push our boundaries and create in line with what we feel in any present moment. The last few years have been a tumultuous time in all our lives, filled with wondrous, soaring peaks, and the deepest of valleys.”
Jordan continues, sharing his experience in the role of producer:
“As a songwriter, I felt that it was the right time to take the band into the realms of love and loss. These are integral elements of the human experience and exploring them creatively has been a journey of reflection, exploration, and catharsis. Speaking personally, this process has been both exhausting and exhilarating. Sitting in the producer’s chair for the first time was daunting, but I am extremely proud of what we’ve created in this body of work, and I cannot wait to hear what our audience has to say.”
Since reforming with a new line-up in 2018, the band has been on a momentous warpath through the Australian music scene. Carmeria’s debut album “Advenae” (2021) saw the 5-piece garner international acclaim. In the summer of 2021/2022, the group embarked on their first nation-wide tour, culminating in a sold out show in their hometown capital, Sydney. The following years saw the ensemble write and record music for their 2nd opus, titled “Tragédie D’amour”, which consists of 10 new songs and sees the band’s sound taking on a more energetic gothic rock approach than its predecessor.
