By: Staff
The Silent Era’s 'Wide and Deep and Cold' is a breathtaking album that melds raw intensity with cinematic grandeur, taking listeners on an emotional journey that feels both epic and deeply personal.
As big fans of The Silent Era, we were thrilled about the release of their new album. We dove in, starting with the track “On the Run,” a thunderous, adrenaline-pumping opener that feels like charging into battle on a warhorse. The explosive guitar and drums hit like bombs across a battlefield, propelling you forward until Bri Macanas’s vocals emerge like a siren’s call. Her operatic belting and piercing clarity draw you into the song's intense, cinematic atmosphere. With each powerful interlude, Macanas’s voice takes center stage, ringing out bold and vibrant declarations that demand attention. This song feels made for a surround-sound epic, enveloping listeners in a sweeping soundscape. Midway through, a low, rumbling bassline introduces an almost chilling sense of drained adrenaline, creating an eerie anticipation of defeat or death. It’s a rollercoaster of emotions, pushing you to the heights and depths of feeling. As the drums crash like glass shattering under each strike,
The Silent Era proves their ability to transform rock 'n' roll into a larger-than-life, theatrical experience that resonates deep in the spine. The searing guitar solo at the end evokes the raw scream of a battlefield, fading hauntingly into silence. This track is an absolute journey.
Next, we turned to “Vendetta.” A shift in tone, it layers a subtle vocal effect that gives the impression of being commanded by a world-dominating empress. The long, soaring vocal phrases wrap around you, stirring an anxious need to kneel before this imperious presence.
The refrain—
“You should have known better / There’s always been a Vendetta”
—is operatic and breathtakingly powerful. The song’s finale is a firestorm of drums and bass, rising and crashing with nuclear force. It feels like witnessing a car crash in slow motion—overwhelming and intense, yet impossible not to savor.
“Matter of Time” is a slow-burner, building an atmosphere of impending doom that is classic Silent Era yet uniquely its own. The guitars growl and surge, creating a blanket of sound that’s both crystal-clear and densely layered, filling every bit of airspace with intense purpose. The result is immersive and striking.
Then comes “Strange to Me,” a full 180° pivot with its punchy drums and an almost ’90s Pet Shop Boys vibe. This track is an infectious blend of late ’70s disco and early ’90s metal, with a mix of contrasting elements that, on paper, shouldn’t work—but in execution, it’s mesmerizing. The reverberated vocals are masterfully placed, adding a final polish that must have been a thrill for the mixer to perfect.
“Cliffs” has a deep, resounding bass foundation, with drums riding the periphery of the track, creating an almost tangible spatial effect. The drums seem to close in on your ears before retreating with each fill, while the guitars align perfectly with Macanas’s vocals. It feels like every member of the band is contributing to an intricate tapestry of sound, somehow gentle yet forceful, rumbling and crashing in tandem. It’s hard to imagine how they achieve this layered complexity, but it’s a standout effect.
The Silent Era is nothing short of a phenomenal ensemble, delivering a polished and powerful album born of clear dedication to their craft. For those seeking music that invokes depth, intensity, and a heightened sense of emotion, look no further—this band is everything you’ve been waiting for.
Meet The Silent Era:
Nicolas Zappa – Bass (and a little bit of everything else!)
Bri Macanas – Vox (vocals that shake the soul!)
Chris Schwarten – Guitar (melting faces one riff at a time!)
Jo Eiffes – Drums (keeping the thunder rolling!)
This powerhouse lineup brings the epic energy of “Wide and Deep and Cold” to life!
Dive into the epic soundscape—stream now and experience the intensity firsthand.
Check out this latest release and listen to more of Silent Era on Spotify & YouTube.
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