Aethervoid’s Even Light Decays is a celestial descent into blackened introspection, where death metal’s weight collides with the spectral elegance of progressive and atmospheric textures. This is not an EP that stumbles into existence—it arrives fully formed, like a monolith carved from stellar chaos. Jeff Grimal channels cosmic dread into a new vessel, and the result is both haunting and technically refined.

The title track, “Even Light Decays,” opens the portal with layered guitars that shimmer and seethe, evoking both grandeur and decay. Drum programming is precise yet organic, never sterile—each rhythm feels like the pulse of a dying star. Vocals alternate between ritualistic chants and tortured roars, delivered with conviction by Boris Doussy, whose lyrical concept draws from astrological archetypes and existential myth. The inclusion of French verses adds a ritualistic depth, reinforcing the EP’s multicultural and esoteric tone. The bass work by Benoît Gateuil adds gravity, anchoring the compositions in a void that feels both infinite and intimate.

What sets Aethervoid apart is their ability to balance brutality with atmosphere. There’s no rush to overwhelm; instead, the band builds tension through dynamic shifts, melodic dissonance, and spatial awareness. Tracks like “Echoes of Her Name” and “Crowned in Fire” promise to expand this sonic universe, each one a constellation of myth, introspection, and sonic violence. “The Giant Breath” offers a moment of mythic uplift, where elemental forces awaken a dormant world. It’s a hymn to transformation, casting off shame and fear in favor of cosmic renewal. The mix and mastering, handled by Grimal himself, preserve clarity without sacrificing rawness—a rare feat in avant-garde metal.

Even Light Decays is an EP that doesn’t just introduce a band—it unveils a cosmos. Aethervoid moves with the rhythm of the stars, crafting music that feels both ancient and futuristic. If this is the first stone in their celestial temple, it’s one that demands attention.

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