DRUDKH Release Second Single The Exile

DRUDKH
Release Second Single
The Exile

Drudkh – “The Exile” (Official Audio)

Season of Mist proudly announces the release of The Exile, the latest single from the enigmatic Ukrainian maestros of atmospheric black metal.

The Exile, a centerpiece of the forthcoming album ‘Shadow Play’, captures the indescribable struggle of the soul as it traverses through desolate landscapes of inner banishment. The track is a haunting journey on which Drudkh’s demonstrates the profound melancholia of human exile with the majestic grandeur of atmosphere.

The album’s lineage is proudly etched in the sands of Ukrainian intrigue and folklore, where every track unveils a layer of the human condition rendered raw and unadorned. From the ephemeral beauty of April to the stark lamentations in Fallen Blossom, ‘Shadow Play’ is a cryptic archive of existence’s most unutterable truths.

Listen to The Exile on the Season of Mist YouTube channel:
https://youtu.be/2OII3LsDjgc

Pre-order & pre-save Shadow Play now:
https://orcd.co/drudkhshadowplay

Tracklist:
1. Scattering the Ashes (7:23)
2. April (11:11)
3. The Exile (10:12) [LISTEN]
4. Fallen Blossom (6:50)
5. The Eve (7:08) [WATCH]
6. The Thirst (12:21)
Full runtime: 55:05Country: Ukraine (UA)
Genre: Black Metal
FFO: Agalloch, Winterfylleth, SaorBorn from the whispering winds and the brooding landscapes of Ukraine, a realm steeped in history and draped in the enigma of folklore, emerges DRUDKH – a beacon of profound expression in the vast expanse of black metal. In their essence, DRUDKH are the custodians of a narrative, combining atmospheric and pagan influences into a mesmerizing portrayal of their homeland’s soul. Their journey is one of introspection, seeking to create music that evoke a profound emotional resonance that stirs the depths of the human experience.With the unfolding of Shadow Play, their latest album, DRUDKH invites the listener into a realm where the boundaries between the corporeal and the ethereal blur. This album emerges as an ode to the contrasting forces that shape existence: light against shadow, silence against storm, ephemeral beauty against the decay of oblivion. A story untold, exploring themes of exile, the cycle of life and death, and the perpetual yearning for a return to origins—both personal and collective.Through Shadow Play, DRUDKH transcends the conventional expectations of music, engaging in a dialogue that is both personal and universal. They challenge us to confront our own shadows, to find beauty in desolation, and to appreciate the intricate dance of light and darkness that defines our existence. This album is another chapter in DRUDKH’s storied discography – it represents an invigorated exploration into the myriad facets of human emotion, the relentless pursuit of truth, and the undying passion for unearthing the hidden threads that connect us to the past.

DRUDKH continues to illuminate the path for those who dare to wander, to question, and to dream.

Lineup, recording, production, mixing & mastering credits are not published.

Cover Art:
O.L.

Pre-save & Pre-order: https://orcd.co/drudkhshadowplay

Available Formats:

Digital Download

CD Digipak

2×12″ Vinyl Gatefold – Black
2×12″ Coloured Vinyl Gatefold – Transparent Yellow, Blue & Black Marbled
2×12″ Coloured Vinyl Gatefold – Transparent Green & Purple Marbled
2×12″ Coloured Vinyl Gatefold – Black & Yellow “Sunburst”
2×12″ Coloured Vinyl Gatefold – Transparent Yellow & Black Marbled
Cassette