Smoulder guitarist S. Vincent delivers a sci-fi heavy metal journey on the 27th of November through Gates of Hell Records.
S. Vincent, guitarist and co-founder of Smoulder, will release the debut Ezra Brooks full-length album, “Tales From The Ezra Brooks Cycle”, on the 27th of November through Gates of Hell Records.
Blending traditional heavy metal with science fiction storytelling, the album follows the exploits of Ezra Brooks, a rogue time traveller hunted for crimes she has yet to commit after discovering a mysterious amulet buried beneath Antarctica. The record combines adventurous songwriting, soaring melodies and intricate guitar work with a rich futuristic narrative.
Written and recorded entirely by Vincent, the album was mixed by Tucker Thomasson of Megadungeon Recording and mastered by Andrew Lee. Drawing inspiration from cult heavy metal acts such as Brocas Helm, Slough Feg and Tales of Medusa, the release balances classic metal sensibilities with a forward-thinking sci-fi vision.
Although not a traditional concept album, each song takes place within the same universe, exploring different chapters in the Ezra Brooks saga. Influenced by science fiction literature, film and gaming, Vincent has crafted a world where time travel, interstellar conflict and heavy metal collide.
Following a series of demos, splits and the 2017 EP “Target”, “Tales From The Ezra Brooks Cycle” marks the most ambitious Ezra Brooks release to date.
The album will be available on limited CD (500 copies) and Opaque Royal Blue Vinyl LP (300 copies) formats.
Track Listing
- “Prime Condition for Danger”
- “Concerning Jump Gates and Well Cloaked Scans”
- “Fall of the Protectors”
- “A Curse from the Stars”
- “Destroying the Reactor”
- “Secrets of the Obzidion Cauldron – Breathing the Zilvor Mist of Understanding”
- “The Jet Moons of Drakzon”
Line-Up
S. Vincent – all instrumentation and vocals
Release Information
Artist: Ezra Brooks
Album: “Tales From The Ezra Brooks Cycle”
Label: Gates of Hell Records
Release Date: 27th November
Formats: Limited CD (500 copies), Opaque Royal Blue Vinyl LP (300 copies)
For Fans Of
Brocas Helm, Slough Feg, Smoulder, Tales of Medusa, traditional heavy metal and science fiction-inspired metal.
