Dublin-based four-piece modern metal act AeSct deliver what’s been described as “their most intense release to date” with new single ‘Simulacra’ out now.
Commenting on the inspiration for the new single, vocalist/bassist, Willow said: “The concept for the song comes from the term simulacrum or simulacra. This term is usually used when referring to art as a median, however I thought it worked really well when used while referring to psychopathy and the slow descent into madness. Specifically, one person’s struggle with multiple personalities and lack of control as to which one you are.”
It follows AeSct’s previous stand-alone single, ‘Revolutionary Suicide’, that was the first new music from the progressive-technical outfit after a lengthy hiatus and a configuration of their old line up, all leading towards a new album.
“The album itself is not a concept album so each track has its own theme and vibe,” continued Willow, adding that it was “Fully loaded with low and slow, heavy, fast, thrashy and groovy riffs, the rest of the guys sync really well musically throughout the album, it’s a joy to watch at times. It’s clear they’ve been playing together for years and share a lot of common influences, which get a subtle nod throughout. I like to think that I throw the odd curve ball in with regards to direction and my influences.”
Slowly drip feeding singles, prior to the album release, ‘Simulacra’ is available via this link and you can check out the video for it here at RAMzine.
