Amarok presents their most profound work to date with Resilience, an album that plunges into the heart of overcoming loss. This conceptual masterpiece is not just music; it’s an experience, weaving through sonic landscapes of driving double bass, colossal riffs, and hauntingly beautiful guitar harmonies. Amarok Amarok has crafted an album that resonates deeply with anyone who has faced adversity and sought light in the darkness.
Resilience is more than just an album title; it’s the very essence of this musical journey. Through vulnerable and honest songwriting, Amarok Amarok delivers personal reflections on profound loss, transforming pain into a testament of perseverance and growth. The album serves as a powerful reminder of the human capacity for transformation, mirroring nature’s ability to regenerate even after devastating events. Inspired by the wildfires that ravaged Amarok’s Northern California home, as well as other personal tragedies, Resilience explores themes of grief and hope with unflinching sincerity.
Musically, Amarok Amarok pushes boundaries, creating an atmospheric and immersive soundscape. Imagine the earth shaking beneath your feet with the force of double bass drums, while waves of crushing riffs wash over you. Yet, within this sonic intensity, delicate and mesmerizing guitar harmonies emerge, offering moments of ethereal beauty and reflection. This dynamic interplay between heaviness and harmony is what defines Amarok Amarok’s signature sound and makes Resilience such a captivating listen.
Resilience by Amarok Amarok is available in multiple formats to suit every listener:
-
Digital Album: Instantly stream and download Resilience in high-quality formats including MP3, FLAC, and more via the free Bandcamp app. Enjoy the album in pristine 24-bit/48kHz audio quality. A digital download is available for $12 USD or more and can be purchased with a gift card.
-
Vinyl Record + Digital Album: For a truly immersive experience, choose the limited edition vinyl version of Resilience. Pressed on 180-gram vinyl and available in three distinct variants:
- Jade (Limited to 200 copies, North America Version)
- Citrus (Limited to 200 copies, Euro Version)
- Black (Limited to 300 copies, North America Version)
Each vinyl purchase includes a digital download of the album, allowing you to enjoy Amarok Amarok’s Resilience in both analog and digital formats. Vinyl records are priced at $35 USD or more and are purchasable with gift cards. Please allow up to 7 days for shipping.
Track Listing:
- Charred (X) – 17:51
- Ascension (XI) – 18:10
- Interlude – 02:29
- Penance (XII) – 14:20
- Legacy (XIII) – 11:55
Album Credits:
Amarok Is:
- Brandon Squyres – Bass/Vocals
- Kenny Ruggles-Alaniz – Guitar/Vocals
- Nathan Collins – Guitar
- Colby Byrn – Drums
All songs on Resilience were written and performed by Amarok Amarok.
Production:
- Recorded and Mixed by Greg Wilkinson at Earhammer Studios in Oakland, CA
- Mastered by James Plotkin
- Guest Vocals on “Charred” by Dave Edwardson
- Guest Vocals on “Penance” by A.L.N.
- Cello on “Ascension” played by Jaed, recorded by Chris Keene at Cutters Cathedral
- Cover Art Hand Painted by Adam Burke
- Album Photos by Michelle Camy, Brandon, Colby, and Kenny
Release Information:
- Released June 28, 2024
- Vinyl Release by Vulture Print (North America) and Vendetta Records (Europe)
License:
All Rights Reserved.
Embrace the journey of overcoming loss and discover the powerful sound of Amarok Amarok’s Resilience. Order your copy today.
