VESTIGE Unveil the Haunting Beauty of ‘Automne Pt. 1’ ‣ CVLTARTES

In the ever-turning wheel of life, where seasons merge as effortlessly as emotions, Vestige emerge with their latest single ‘Automne Pt. 1’ from their highly anticipated debut album, “Janis.”

Led by the soul-stirring voice of Théodore Rondeau—they craft a narrative that is as intimate as it is universal. With ‘Automne Pt. 1’, Vestige invites you to traverse through the tender melancholy and profound hope that saturates their artistry.

The song opens with a gentle guitar melody, before smashing into full-band wall of sound. Blast beats soon follow giving the track a distinct blackgaze sound. Rondeau’s ethereal vocals join in to complete the whole. As the song progresses, it builds into a powerful crescendo that leaves you breathless and wanting more.

A pivotal moment in the landscape of “Janis”, the track embodies the essence of an autumnal drift, capturing the serene yet sorrow-laden transition between despair and redemption. As Pierre-André Krauzer’s bass rhythms pulse with a palpable heartache, and Quentin Regnault’s drums echo the internal tempest of human struggle, Thomas Petit’s guitar weaves intricate tremolo-picked melodies & chugged core-riffs, each note an emotional brushstroke.

Théodore Rondeau, the creative initiator behind Vestige, embarked on a journey of forming the band during a turbulent phase in his life. Emerged as a creative vessel for a complicated emotional journey, the band transcends the boundaries of individual therapy into a collaborative force that hopefully resonates with the feelings that may be all too common for the human experience.

Artwork: (c) Kilian d’Angelo & Justine Dorin

With a profound connection to their craft, Vestige pour their souls into their debut album, infusing it with a captivating blend of melancholy, desperation, and catharsis. The music serves not only as an expression of their turmoil, but as a conduit for listeners to navigate the complexities of their own emotions. Through this process, Vestige becomes a project with the potential to connect with people on a profound level, forging a collective experience through the universal language of music.

The formation of Vestige’s lineup reads like a musical destiny unfolding: Pierre-André Krauzer on the bass, Quentin Regnault on drums, and Théodore on vocals and guitar. They first crossed paths during their tenure in Naraka, a band that shared stages with icons like Cradle of Filth and Alcest. This initial connection laid the groundwork for the formation of the band. Not long after, the addition of Thomas Petit on the second guitar solidified the lineup, bringing a sense of completeness to the ensemble. The band’s sonic identity now established; Vestige was ready to share this experience with the world.

The signing with Season of Mist brings the band’s first milestone, allowing Vestige to share their journey in the form of their debut album, “Janis”. Poised for release in late 2024, the album is a culmination of their collective efforts and a statement of the band’s arrival in the heavy music scene. Weaving through atmospheric shoegaze textures, melodic landscapes and intense, tormented moments that reflects the emotional spectrum of the human experience, the band established a foothold into the genre of modern metal.

Beyond the studio, the band is gearing up for a series of live performance in 2024, setting the stage for an introspective musical experience that brings raw and authentic energy. A cathartic release that pulls in the listener into the emotional depths the band has to bring.