The Circle of Dead Children The Experience You Never Knew You Needed
Album & Art Book with Lyrics Out Now + Novel Drops October 31st via Metal Mastermind®
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From the spellbinding Philosophical Metal group Homerik comes The Circle of Dead Children – an album and story originally inspired by the concept of ‘as above, so below’ – the alchemical philosophy that fostered the merging of two concepts.
This infernal pilgrimage through the Inferno unlocks the ‘secrets of divine power hidden within the fabled philosopher’s stone’. Following the prologue “A Song of the Night: Part I,” the album’s epic quest continues with “Godless; A Song of the Night, Part II,” exploring the pivotal role of Morgana, Dante’s mother, in connecting him to the devil. As Dante ventures deeper into the Inferno, he confronts the awakening of a great power within him, seeking redemption and answers for his soul’s errors.
“Godless; A Song of the Night, Part II” premiered at Metal Injection, in a July 29th post entitled Homerik Goes Full On Metal Opera With New Single “Godless; A Song Of The Night, Part II”, writing“Homerik is showing off their upcoming metal opera with the premiere of a new single ‘Godless; A Song of the Night, Part II’. The song takes on after ‘A Song of the Night: Part I’, the Homerik prologue that explores the relationships of Morgana, the mother of Dante.” Check out the feature here: https://metalinjection.net/new-music/homerik-goes-full-on-metal-opera-with-new-single-godless-a-song-of-the-night-part-ii
Watch “Godless; A Song Of The Night, Part II”
Homerik “Godless; A Song of the Night, Part II”
“Morgana’s role is pivotal to the story, for she is the key to Dante’s connection to the devil. This forces Dante to explore deep within the Inferno and, as he gets closer to the ninth circle of Hell, a great power within him begins to awaken. Whilst Dante seeks answers to correct the errors of his soul, he must uncover what harkens him toward the divine and what kind of power he harnesses. The afterlife depends on it.” – Homerik
This epic quest for redemption and healing explores the workings of humanity’s morals. Homerik has created a reflective journey through which we can ponder on the questions that have no answers. A journey to recognize our mortality and recognize what is good.
The next standout track “Sacred Order,” features a call to reflect on past sins, draws upon Franklin D. Roosevelt’s impactful “The Arsenal of Democracy” speech from December 29, 1940. This song represents Dante’s conflicted mind and regret over joining the Nazi regime, setting the stage for his journey through the horrors of World War II and the Inferno.
Watch “Sacred Order” here:
The release of The Circle of Dead Children album and artbook is accompanied by a documentary detailing the artist’s decade-long creative process, as well as the role of legendary guitarist Michael Romeo in refining the album’s orchestration.
Watch the behind-the-scenes film
Conversations with The Mad Composer: What is Homerik?
that uncovers the process of creation here:
Conversations with The Mad Composer: What is Homerik?
In order to get the most out of The Circle of Dead Children,
it is recommended that you grab yourself these items for such an epic quest:
a sensory candle
a drink (preferably a wine or a cocktail)
an infernal experience that includes:
an immersive musical opera
works of art
a thrilling story
and most importantly: your imagination.
Take your experience of Homerik’s The Circle of Dead Children to new heights with the Inferno Bundle, complete with the paperback edition of the novel, a stunning art book featuring David ‘Max’ Millgate’s twisted illustrations, and the exciting musical opera you will have the intended experience of the adventures of Dante and Virgil as they descend into the depths of Hell! This is the best introduction to Homerik’s world.
https://metalmastermindshop.com/collections/homerik/products/the-inferno-bundle
About Homerik:
Fascinating artist Homerik is the brainchild of visionary, Mad Composer, Ken Candelas -a twenty-first-century architect of the extraordinary. Homerik is a Philosophical Metal opera that reimagines the classic tale of Dante’s Inferno, set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II. With the masterful narration of Jonathan Kruk, the musical prowess of Elizabeth de Deus (Candelas), guitar work from Jason Stallworth, and pulsating basslines from Nic Z, Homerik sets a new standard in musical storytelling. This project is more a fusion of art, literature, and sound than just a musical project thus giving it such a timeless nature. Homerik’s commitment to quality over quantity and their dedication to creating an art form unlike anything the Metal community has ever seen sets them apart as true innovators. Their work is a magnum opus—a creation meant to endure through the ages.
Influences: Symphony X, Epica, Kamelot, Dream Theater, Dethklok
HOMERIK online:
https://linktr.ee/homerikofficial
https://www.facebook.com/homerikofficial
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUcYLfk1tEX4vli_KWUzsBQ
https://www.instagram.com/homerikofficial/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Ry0Y2JiVXjpidTHDpYVQx?autoplay=true
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/homerik/1212055917
https://listen.tidal.com/artist/8568054
https://www.tiktok.com/@homerikofficial
About Metal Mastermind®:
Ken Candelas, the co-founder of Metal Mastermind® and his metal cohort Jason Stallworth forged their decades experience as professional musicians into Metal Mastermind®, created to tackle the needs of the independent Metal community, i.e. help aspiring Metal artists and bands get to the next level in their performance techniques, production skills and music business education.
Candelas says “Metal Mastermind® is on a mission to educate metal musicians. Our slogan is ‘create your own sound’ and Homerik is a body of work that is a testament to that.”
Professor Ken Candelas offers his expertise to metal musicians with many courses at
Metal Mastermind® including:
The site also features excellent, entertaining and educational metal blogs, for example:
How to Compose Orchestration for Metal Music
In total, five of the instructors at the Metal Mastermind® site have contributed to the creation of Homerik’s The Circle of Dead Children album:
Ken Candelas – The Mad Composer
Elizabeth de Deus (Candelas) – Lead Vocals
Jason Stallworth – Guitars
Nic Z – Bass
Alfred Potter – ending solo featured on “Sacred Order” track
