THEN COMES SILENCE - REQUIEM BALLROOM DIGICD

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Genre: Post-Punk

Long held in high regard for a sound that is a modern and unique take on classic goth and post-punk, Swedish trio Then Comes Silence have released a new single entitled ‘Judgement Day’. It is the first ‘taster’ to be lifted from 'Requiem Ballroom’, their new studio album out on 20th November. “This song is about failure, bad decisions and poor behaviour - those who will be the first in line on doomsday,” the band explain. Beginning with a catchy Euro techno melody, the surprising intro creates a contrast to the band’s established roots from the outset and serves as a metaphor for the theme of the song. The band itself ‘fails’ by letting something completely unexpected and out of character take over. The video for ‘Judgement Day’ has been directed by Damon Zurawski of Future Legends Films.

Then Comes Silence follow up 2024’s masterful ‘Trickery’ in ever-confident fashion on ‘Requiem Ballroom’, their seventh full-length album! Representing both a farewell (Requiem) and resurrection (Ballroom) unfolding simultaneously across a dozen new songs, the album demonstrates just why the Swedish trio are at the forefront of the modern gothic rock and post-punk movements with a devoted international following. Collecting accolades galore, the UK’s Classic Rock magazine described it as “the post-punk influence of Bauhaus or Joy Division offset by an '80s windblown, cinematic sense of drama presented with silky production and confidence.” Vive Le Rock concurred, remarking on its "huge, spectral sound that cascades the post-punk genres seamlessly whilst delivering a unique and compelling sound that is as captivatingly gripping as it is intense.” Known for combining dark atmospheres with driving rhythms, razor-sharp hooks and explosive live performances, Then Comes Silence continue to push forward without nostalgia or compromise. With a steady stream of acclaimed releases and an unwavering commitment to the road, they have earned their place at the forefront of the modern gothic rock and post-punk movement, proving themselves to be one of the genre’s most vital contemporary live acts with frequent touring across Europe, North America and Latin America.

TRACKS: A1 Lay A2 Dance on the Edge of the Grave A3 Bye Bye Land A4 Judgement Day A5 Lacrimosa A6 Hear the Silence B1 Remaker Redeemer B2 Witches and Demons B3 Delete Me B4 No Stranger B5 Black Magic Children B6 The Future has a Silver Lining