Progressive metal/core solo project, Beyond All Hope, has announced the release of the new EP, Life Cycles. Bringing together a blend of djent, progressive metal, hardcore, metalcore, and deathcore, it is set to drop on July 26th, 2024. A lyric video for the track “Truth Bomb” was released in 2022, with more video content to appear around the EP launch. Head into the article below for a track breakdown and more from the artist.
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Band Statement: “Beyond All Hope was a project I created in early 2021. I wanted to be able to create music again and get some things off my chest at the same time. I met with producer Tyler Ruehl and we began creating an idea for a heavy sound, dipping our toes into a couple different genres creatively. As the tracks began to form and we found the right sound, Eliot Post came to help with getting the drums solid as the tracks began to evolve. With the release of the upcoming EP Life Cycles, it features two heavy hitters in Taylor Barber and Sean Labru.”
Life Cycles tracklisting:
01 Waste Away
02 Ghost (Feat. Sean Labru of Decayer)
03 Enemy
04 Force Fed
05 Truth Bomb (Feat. Taylor Barber of Left To Suffer)
Song Synopses:
– Waste Away: A powerful track about Jake Murphy’s struggles with alcohol addiction and the transformative journey of overcoming it. The lyrics “Drink it up, drown the day / Leave me here, to waste away” encapsulate the battle against substance abuse.
– Ghost: A deeply personal song inspired by a traumatic crime scene cleanup experience and the loss of a close friend. Featuring Sean Labru, this track delves into dark themes with lines like, “Negative voices, screaming inside your head / You’re not enough, you can’t shake it.”
– Enemy: An introspective piece that delves into Murphy’s battles with anxiety and depression, marking the first track written for the project. Lyrics such as “Take a look inside of me / Maybe you can see / Exactly what is wrong with me” reveal the internal struggle.
– Force Fed: A defiant anthem against having beliefs forcibly imposed upon oneself, advocating for personal conviction and integrity. The powerful refrain, “Provoke no harm, take no shit,” highlights the message of self-reliance.
– Truth Bomb: Featuring Taylor Barber, this cathartic expression is about confronting people who perpetually play the victim and cutting toxic influences out of one’s life. Lyrics like “Liquor fueled, spewing with hate / Why are you blind to what you’ve done to me” underscore the raw emotion.
Videos/Artwork/Photos: David Sundine of Sundine Designs (for “Force Fed,” “Waste Away,” and “Enemy”)
Lyric Video for “Truth Bomb”: Shaun Ladymon of Intellect Studios (released on BeheadingTheTraitor, March 25th, 2022)
Ghost Lyric Video: Slam Worldwide exclusive, created by David Sundine (released February 24th, 2022)
Beyond All Hope is the brainchild of Jake Murphy, who launched the project in early 2021 to create music that resonates deeply and addresses personal struggles. Collaborating with Producer Tyler Ruehl, who handled all mixing, mastering, and production, the project has evolved to feature contributions from Eliot Post on drums (except for “Enemy,” which features Tyler Ruehl), Shaheen Abubshait on guitar for the shredding in “Ghost,” and notable guest vocalists Taylor Barber (Left To Suffer) and Sean Labru (Decayer).
The new Life Cycles EP promises to captivate listeners with its eerie ambience, emotional atmosphere, powerful vocals, and exceptional shredding. The EP’s sound dances between various genres, making it a versatile and unique addition to the progressive metal/core scene. Get Ready for the Life Cycles release on July 26th, 2024. Stay tuned for the accompanying videos for “Force Fed,” “Waste Away,” and “Enemy,” releasing on drop day.
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