Sounds | Pridian - Out For Blood

Jong, energiek talent laat ik graag aan bod komen, ook al ligt de muziek zelf me niet helemaal. Dit is voor fans van atmosferische metalcore in de lijn van Northlane, Spiritbox en Architects. Pridian komt uit Estland en brengt morgen hun debuutalbum uit. Hou je van eerder vermelde bands, dan moet je dit zeker een kans geven.

Venetian Dark verschijnt op 16 mei 2025 via Century Media Records

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Prioritizing cinematic storytelling and a strong narrative concept in their lyrics, music, and visuals, Pridian’s songwriting approach has been about ”abandoning the ego”, says Martin. “We want to write songs, not instrument-based music alone. We could write technical stuff because we all know our instruments, but good songs, interesting structures, and good stories matter more.” 

The album title “Venetian Dark” was inspired by a paint color that stuck in Jörg’s mind and slowly emerged into its final form with the overall themes of the album. The record was fully written and produced by Pridian, who put a lot of individual and collaborative effort into crafting the tracks from scratch. Tracks like "Out For Blood," "DINY," and "Void Resonance" blend chaotic, energetic riffs with EDM-style synths, crushing breakdowns, and atmospheric elements. Drawing from 2010-era metalcore, djent, and Deftones-inspired post-hardcore, Pridian even channels a Korn-like nu-metal edge, particularly on the heavy yet catchy "Darker Tides." The interlude "Synthetic Salvation" highlights the band's bold approach, as Laur states: "Some tracks are more production than song... that’s not metal, but I don’t care. It doesn’t matter to us what others say." Mixed by Matt Thomas (Kingdom Of Giants, Invent Animate), “Venetian Dark” offers a state-of-the-art production in terms of balance and modernity. 

Line-Up:

Laur Lindmäe - vocals  

Jörg-Erik Hanikat - guitar

Martin Randalu - guitar  

Robert Leht - drums  

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