asphyxiation of a seasick soul

tracklisting

1. hierarchy of detachment (11:57)
2. cursed reflection (07:34)
3. burying the fear of a bitter mind (12:42)
4. eyes emptied by guilt (08:49)
5. asphyxiation of a seasick soul (06:26)

press release

doubtsower is a new doom metal solo project from cardiff (UK) based musician matt strangis.

the debut album, asphyxiation of a seasick soul, is a lockdown-born cathartic statement of intent, due for release on thursday 8th july via ubaii (a newly launched sister label to unbidden audio). written between november 2020-april 2021, the album was diy recorded & mixed by strangis, and mastered by the highly respected greg chandler (esoteric).

its raw and organic feel embraces imperfection, avoiding quantizing / sample replacement, with drums recorded on a frankenstein-kit, half comprised of donated spare parts. conceived as a journey-listen, the lp takes additional musical inspiration from stoner, death metal, black metal and post-rock.

although strangis is principally known in the underground electronic scene for his dark, experimental output (with numerous releases under his "kyam" alias), 2021 has seen a committed return to his metal / live-instrument roots, having also recorded bass guitar for the forthcoming pantheist lp.

reviews

"a phenomenal modern doom release" (games, brrraaains & a head-banging life)

"a dense and sprawling listening experience" (ave noctum)

"a rich sonic tapestry... an absolute gem of an album" / included in "best metal of 2021" end-of-year-list (wonderbox metal)

"doubtsower’s entrance to the world of doom is an immensely strong one" (head-banger reviews)