Editorial Reviews Following the tremendous success of "Born of the Night," Midnight Syndicate presents "Realm of Shadows," their third CD featuring the unique blend of haunting orchestration and sound effects that has made them a rising force in gothic-horror music today.
Realm of Shadows
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Midnight Syndicates third release, Realm of Shadows, manages to tweak every subtle dark sound and electronic nuance in this as well as their other recordings that makes listening almost addictive. The cover art is once again created by the fine dark gothic artist, Joseph Vargo, who also has a part to play in the recording with his narration of "Prophecy." While other bands are looking for ways to make dark music repetitively bump and grind for the dance floor crowds , Midnight Syndicate creates gloomy music to make you think you are hearing bumps and groans in the night. These rich tonal textures are best appreciated after dark when you are alone and is absolutely essential listening for all the creatures of the night. The entire body of work conveys such a panorama of mental imagery, that one cannot help but feel darkly creative while it is playing. This particular disc seems a bit more solidified with a story line which graces the inside cover. The premise is that we have wandered upon a desolate village known as Ravens Hollow where on the eve of a great storm all the townsfolk were swept away. No one knows what ever happened to these folks, however, "travelers returning from the area brought with them strange tales of a solitary light that shone like a beacon from amidst the distant ruins" of the deserted castle within this desolate village. Midnight Syndicate encapsulates a good haunting sound that puts them miles ahead of what many are trying to create. These tracks are intended for continuous playing from start to finish and will most likely appeal to audiences who are avid readers who also have an astute imagination. "Realm of Shadows" ranks with the epitome of the best in instrumental gothic music and is not only a steal for the minor purchase price but also a priceless edition to ones dark music collection. If y! our humble abode is decorated with all fine things dark and morbid, then the final accompaniment and lasting touch is playing this music in the background. If orchestrated scary, haunting soundtrack style music is your speed, then you cannot go wrong with this disc.
Sideline Magazine #31
Come into the darkest depths of gothic soundscape. With no surprise Midnight Syndicate darkens things up with Realm of Shadows turning each song into a dark tale that will take the listener on a dark sinister journey. Get your candle ready for this release as the CD opens with "Prophecy" as song that builds up with much suspense and erie synthlines. "Prophecy," also breaks into the creepiest spoken word by Joseph Vargo, which set the tone for the albums concept. I liked the real crow sound in... read more
Album Description
"Venture forth to the Realm of Shadows where restless spirits arise from unknown depths to wander the shores of night. Midnight Syndicate once again takes you on a musical journey through the darkest corners of your imagination. Dim the lights, but take heed... what darkness conjures, the night harbors."