Exterminatus continues the rollout of their upcoming album “Echoes From A Distant Star Part 1” with the release of a brand new lyric video for the second track, “Primordial Sea”. This latest offering dives headfirst into the heaviest depths of the cosmos, combining groove-laden technicality with an atmosphere thick with dread and wonder.
“Primordial Sea” delivers from the first note – layered with massive, churning riffs and groove tech drumming that drives the song’s methodical march. While subtly technical, the track’s focus remains on weight, mood, and a slow-burning intensity that lodges itself firmly into the listener’s subconscious. With its meandering structure and dynamic shifts, “Primordial Sea” is a neck-breaker in disguise – both hypnotic and punishing.
Lyrically, the song continues the story told throughout “Echoes From A Distant Star Part 1”. From his vantage point outside time and space, the album’s protagonist witnesses the young universe cool and take shape. Supernovae collapse into more complex stars, galaxies spin into form, and in the blink of an eye, billions of years unfold. Among the countless stars and planets, he sees a familiar pale blue dot. But before he can intervene – before he can warn its inhabitants of the illusion they’re trapped in – he’s violently pulled back into the simulation. And elsewhere, in the Large Magellanic Cloud, a sentient star is born.
“Echoes From A Distant Star Part 1”, set for release on April 18th, 2025, marks a bold continuation of Exterminatus ‘s journey into the realms of technical death metal with a cosmic twist. This album, meticulously crafted over years, delves deep into the themes of creation, the cyclical nature of existence, and the profound implications of a universe more holographic than previously imagined. Through a blend of ferocious riffs, complex drum patterns, and atmospheric storytelling, Exterminatus not only explores the technical boundaries of their music but also crafts a narrative that challenges the listener’s perception of time and reality. The album promises to be a significant milestone in their discography, offering an intense auditory experience that encapsulates the band’s evolution and their philosophical inquiries into the cosmos.
