HYPNO5E has pioneered the 'cinematic metal' genre with their truly epic compositions. Often stretching beyond 10 and even 20 minutes, their music blends contemporary metal with Latin folk and soundtrack - like sonic landscapes. After the acoustic special album 'Alba - Les Ombres Errantes' in 2018, this Southern French quartet is back with their 5th album, 'A Distant (Dark) Source', the second part of a diptych album project. Each part will be released separately, starting with this second one.
The album continues the band's pursuit of demons and lost memories that began with their debut 'Des Deux L'Une Est L'Autre'. It's an inward journey to the land of past ghosts. The inspiration for this distant dark source comes from Lake Tauca, an ancient Paleolithic lake in Bolivia where singer - guitarist Emmanuel Jessua grew up. This lake vanished over 15,000 years ago, leaving behind arid lands and salt lakes like the Salt Desert of Uyuni or Coipasa in the Andes at 4,500m altitude.
'A Distant (Dark) Source' musically imagines a night in this desert. It depicts the return of the shadows of people who once lived by the lake. A man comes back to find the shadow of his beloved. The album unfolds this ephemeral return story in one single night.
Don't be put off by the conceptual depth. HYPNO5E's sound is powerful, visceral, and immediate. It has elements reminiscent of BTBAM's technical expansiveness, Cynic's melancholia, and Gojira's raw power. Yet, HYPNO5E's organic sound is truly unique. Unlike many bands relying on a single style, HYPNO5E is not confined by any pre - set conditions.
To enjoy this Hypno5e CD, simply insert it into your CD player. For the best experience, find a quiet place where you can fully immerse yourself in the music. You can also connect your CD player to good - quality speakers. When handling the CD, hold it by the edges to avoid scratching the playing surface. Store the CD in its case when not in use to protect it from dust and damage. Don't expose the CD to extreme temperatures or direct sunlight as it can affect the quality of the recording. There aren't any strict rules for listening; you can play it on repeat to catch all the nuances or listen to it once for a first - time exploration. Just sit back and let the cinematic metal take you on a journey.
