Marlugubre - Per Amor Nymphae - CD

Marlugubre is a post-black metal project founded in 2018, that was initially conceived as an acoustic and instrumental solo band. Over the years, the sound evolved into something more complex and complete. The project now draws inspiration from bands such as Opeth, Alcest, and Deafheaven. Marlugubre blends post-black metal with progressive and atmospheric elements, and the latest album, “Per Amor Nymphae”, is deeply rooted in Greek mythology, in particular, it focuses on the mythical figures of the nymphs. The album evokes an introspective journey through ancient Greece, its atmospheres echo the dreamy melancholy of Alcest and Deafheaven, with subtle influences inspired by Opeth’s emotional depth. Stories like Orpheus and Eurydice are brought to life through sound, the primordial figure of Nyx from Hesiod’s Theogony is also explored, alongside tales of Chloris and the tragic myth of Scylla and Glaucus. In this album, distorted, clean, and acoustic guitars intertwine throughout the album conveying romanticism, fragility, and a sense of timeless beauty, letting the music be a narrative tool rather than mere composition. A new element emerges with Serena’s vocal presence, her voice blends naturally with the album’s ethereal atmospheres, adding warmth, sweetness, and emotional intimacy. “Per Amor Nymphae” stands as a romantic and mythological sound voyage.

For fans of Deafheaven, Alcest, Aquilus, early Green Carnation and Opeth.