ELEMENT OF FATE, a Melodic Symphonic/Gothic metal project consisting of fantasy artist and vocalist, Carol Phillips, and guitarist/musician, Scott Loose (Stellar Death, While Heaven Wept, et al), has released the official video for "Night Winds." Originally released in 2023, the track has been remastered and remixed for this special video release.
Check out the video at: youtu.be/PyH_Msg1CwU
"Night Winds" explores the themes of loss, betrayal, grief and redemption. It tells the story of a woman who flees into the forest after a bitter quarrel with her lover. Overwhelmed by pain and anger and grief, she seeks the wisdom of the night winds, the ancient spirits of her ancestors. She yearns for love and acceptance and she struggles to find courage in her darkest moment longing to be free of her sorrows. She wishes to atone for her faults and learn to forgive again. With a heavy heart, she surrenders herself to the night. She is then transformed into a phantom spirit, who is fated to roam the woods forevermore. In the hour of the wolf, she discovers new life, love, forgiveness, and rebirth in the realm of the deceased.
The concept for "Night Winds" was born entirely from Carol Phillips' vivid imagination. It delves into strong human emotions, the feelings that arise when one's heart is weighed down to the point where it feels impossible to move forward. Life's challenges can be overwhelming, leading to emotions of self-doubt, l frustration, anger, and loneliness. Despite almost giving up, one manages to make necessary sacrifices, displaying resilience and strength to rise above these feelings and reclaim the night. Emerging on the other side reborn and stronger than ever, suddenly, the night belongs to the individual, who can achieve anything.
Element of Fate primarily draw influence from traditional metal bands, but leverage modern recording techniques to craft their unique sound. The music varies from high-energy thrashing to melodic and groovy, and the lyrics explore a range of fantasy-laden, mystical, and sci-fi storylines. Carol’s dynamic voice, paired with Scott’s passion for writing guitar riffs, creates a textured fusion of metallic and dream-like soundscapes. All of the music and releases are accompanied by Carol's original artwork, which creates an even more immersive experience for the listener.
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