Amesoeurs / S/t

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With Alcest, multi-instrumentalist Neige paints a world of cascading radiance and shimmering light, where innocence triumphs and peace reigns supreme. The one conjured by Amesoeurs lies in an opposite realm.  Formed by Neige and vocalist Audrey Sylvain in 2004, Amesoeurs' desolate, suffocating vision brims with negativity and despair. Those familiar with Neige's pedigree (Peste Noire, Mortifera, etc.) will recognize elements of harsh, melancholic black metal; the band also draws from elements of post-punk and '80s new wave such as Joy Division, early Cure, and Depeche Mode. Here, Neige is backed by a band that includes the award-winning French filmmaker Fursy Teyssier of Les Discrets. All the elements come together for one of the most memorable releases of 2009.  "... one of the most darkly beautiful and emotive pieces of music I've heard in a long time. A masterpiece!" --The Metal Observer (10/10 rating)

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