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In the visceral pulse of vibrating waves, cascading through the dissonant
darkness of space, a profound connection resonates, enchanting the very
essence of existence. Achamoth. Listen and read now.
Achamoth’s Uncharted Odyssey
In their third full-length offering, Wells Valley embarks on the
throbbing essence of creation, delving into its intricacies, both
musically and thematically. Achamoth is an album unlike any other, now
and forever. It embodies the unrestrained spirit of uncharted creation
in extreme music, untouched by the confines of popular subgenre
standards, compromises or other creativity corroding elements. Achamoth
is purity. The album defies categorization and instead prioritizes the
realm of urgency for sheer self-expression. Seek a secluded, dark, and
tranquil space, immerse yourself in the colossal, tempestuous wave, and
let your gaze be drawn into it with holotropic calmness that allows you
to perceive all its storming details from immediate proximity.
Vivid Shores of Achamoth’s Soundscapes
Across the span of six songs, Achamoth orchestrates an auditory surge
that unveils the vivid pulse of formative, unique darkness. The band
excels at crafting rhythmically rich, textured layers, adroitly
manipulating and evolving the music to burst out into an
overwhelming, undeniable visceral experience. These remarkable formulas
presented on Achamoth are born from the incredible individual
contributions of each member. The percussive work is remarkably
creative, driving the composition with an energizing pulse. The guitar
layering ventures beyond convention, and the bass patterns infuse every
moment with vitality. There’s an undercurrent of tension, a dissonant
unease that fuels the aggression and interplay within the music. Those
are some of the main substances of Achamoth musical direction, further
introspection is up to the listener. And while Achamoth might be a
monochromatic, metallic record, its gray scale is vast and can become
silver. Its shades are dark but can scorch like a Sun.
Purity of Sonic and Visual Craftsmanship
The album’s production highlights a meticulous dedication to achieving
authentic, natural sound. Recorded, mixed and mastered by Mau (drums) in
his SinWav Audio studio; there are minimal edits, no copy/pasting. The
band eschewed presets, triggers, and digital effects, prioritizing the
direct impact and power of human performance. Each sound originates from
the musician, passes through a microphone, and enters the audio
interface. This commitment, though time-intensive, underscores a genuine
dedication to craftsmanship and lays another cornerstone of the
Achamoth monument. On top of that, the stunning cover art has been
created by band’s own André (bass).
Sophia Achamoth’s Enigmatic Echoes
The lyrical concept revolves exclusively around Sophia Achamoth. An
ancient divine figure, often portrayed as the mother of the Demiurge and
the Archons. In various interpretations, she is believed to have
descended from grace, inadvertently contributing to the creation of the
material world as we know it—a world sometimes likened to “The Matrix.”
The album delves into this enigmatic and obscure theme, exploring the
multifaceted dimensions of Achamoth’s role and significance within
different philosophical and spiritual contexts. Through its lyrics, the
album invites listeners to contemplate the deep mysteries surrounding
this ancient figure and her connection to the intricate fabric of
existence.