Chainwind Ritual, formed in Istanbul's Kadıköy district in late 2021, emerged with the bold vision to forge a fresh and distinct sound. The band's path involved blending diverse genres such as sludge, groove, and doom metal, experimenting until they found a combination which truly resonated its members. The band quickly evolved into a fully fledged heavy rock force, drawing on the eclectic tastes of each participant.
The band's lyrics explore profoundly emotional and raw themes like depression, oppression, addiction, paranoia, isolation, and misanthropy, taking inspiration from the struggles and observations of daily life.
New EP, Drained, is Chainwind Ritual's sophomore release, following their debut full length, Untitled I. The new offering is a marked step forward, with a heavier and more organic sound which reflects the band's growth. Used, Disposed illustrates a lot of sentimental intensity, conveyed through an obviously non-traditional musical approach, while the band's overall sludge-infused heaviness and energy pulse with a massive, ferocious force.
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