An in-depth look behind the extreme metal art by Norwegian hard-hitting trio DEVOID OF LIFE

Following their 2016 EP, the Skien, Norway based extreme metal trio DEVOID OF LIFE went into the studio in 2017 and worked hard on the massive undertaking that is their debut full-length. “Embracing Emptiness” was unleashed upon the world in late March 2022 and is a bleak, yet unrelenting extreme metal fest influenced by bands such as Ulcerate and Gojira. The creation process of “Embracing Emptiness” spans 5 years. It is not to be regarded as a concept album at all as there is no direct link between songs, but rather a red thread, including feelings of anger, disdain for religious organisations, and existential dread. The band is: Harry Nilsen – Vocal/Guitar, Emil Bringsli – Bass, Mikkal Navjord – Drums Words by DEVOID OF LIFE: We are absolutely floo...

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