Hiraeth by Inner Missing

 

“Hiraeth is an untranslatable Welsh word which is used to describe a very personal and specific mixture of homesickness, nostalgia and wistfulness. Like any other complex emotion, it is ineffable, but those who have already experienced it, will easily catch its glimpse in the eyes of the others because it is universal as well. For more than a year it seemed unthinkable for me to create anything, and then this song was composed, written and recorded in a matter of days – and, paradoxically, it does not only depict the irreversible loss of my home and many things that were dear to me, but also confirms verity of the statement: no matter how rotten and dominated by philistine cowardice and dictatorial madness the world is, art, like a sprout, will eventually make its way through the layers of mud, into the light.”

 

Inner Missing 

 

 

Hiraeth, a Welsh word for the deep and untranslatable yearning for a place that no longer exists is the title of the new track by Goth Doom Metal band Inner Missing.  Delving into the intricate depths of longing and nostalgia, Inner Missing’s “Hiraeth” is a melancholic and captivating journey with haunting vocals and dark symphonic melodies. Transmuting raw emotions into musical artistry the track is a beautiful fusion of gloom and the exploration of desire that resonates in the deepest corners of the soul.

 

Making the track even more poignant is the bands personal journey of having to leave their war torn home and create a new life in a foreign place.  “Hiraeth” is a testament to the talent and perseverance of Inner Missing, illustrating that against all odds and obstacles, through despondency and darkness, their true gifts shines through.

Links : 

Bandcamp: https://innermissing.bandcamp.com/

Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/track/6UvucdWIDSdnFQ5G8lm5ul?si=HQ6ThGfxSzeedDnnoP6I5Q&pi=tCwNPOCsQemv

Playlist by Sigmund Vandrer from Inner Missing

Sigmund Vandrer from the band Inner Missing has created an exclusive playlist for Melodic Machinations and you can listen to it here -

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0CehYheLWFkdfDkvJn6COf?si=O6akni0OTWeF--g8OznEig&dd=1

 

Inner Missing’s Ninth Album Dead Language

Dead Language is the new album by Israeli based band Inner Missing.  From the title track “Dead Language” the listener is transported into a dark gothic soundscape.  With an ominous hypnotic sound, and a disturbing rhythmic chime reminiscent of some sort of ancient carnival, the song Dead Language tantalizingly takes the listener on a haunting journey.  The bleak vocals of Sigmund are tangled beautifully with the operatic vocals of Melaer to create an almost ethereal experience.  “The Quest” is inspired by the musings of British Occultist Aleister Crowley and has an enigmatic bassline and low tempo that results in an undulating music experience.  Luring the listener with a dark rhythmic sound the lyrics and music of “Empty Rooms” create a disorientating and fearful landscape. A haunting guitar carries the listener on a wavelike journey.  A chaotic musical introduction to “Long Odds” with ominous and bleak lyrics suddenly shifts with the song taking the listener into its confidence with menacing, conspiratorial whispered vocals.  Slower to build “Mute” has dreary sounding vocals that are perfect as the song ascends, dizzying the listener with changing tempo and dissonant harmonies.  The final song on the album “At Sea” makes the listener feel as though they are sailing on waves depressive and gloomy waves that ebb and flow with the music.  

The album artwork was created by Belarus artist Olga Kann.  The image is a haunting simulacrum of death, representing something once valuable which is not anymore.  

Dead Language is a fabulous album if you enjoy being immersed in a gloomy, depressive, Gothic environment with some exciting twists and turns.  

Inner Missing – Dead Language

Release: 25.02.2022

Label: Inverse Records

Duration: 35:46

Genre: Gothic Metal / Doom Metal

Links:

Youtube: (93) Inner Missing - The Quest (Official Lyric Video) - YouTube

Bandcamp: Inner Missing (bandcamp.com)

Underground Goth Metal Band Inner Missing

Inner Missing, an Israeli based underground Goth Metal Band, chose their name as a reflection of the essence of their music, namely abstract, mysterious and with self admitted awkwardness.

The current metamorphosis of the band started in 2013 and is a duo comprising of Sigmund on vocals and guitars and Melaer on keyboard and bass with session musicians joining the pair when required.  The band traces the origins of its music style back to their roots in St Petersburg which Inner Missing describes as having a “distinct atmosphere of hostility and despair with a slight hint of romantic decadence”. 

Citing the actual writing of the lyrics for their songs as the most important part of the creative process for Sigmund, he is inspired mostly by personal experiences and incidences that he encounters in everyday life.  Having a career as a forensic pathologist, Sigmund is no stranger to the grotesque and sick.  Inner Missing fearlessly explores themes of insanity and mental disorders as well as suicide and death.  

Sigmund attributes his inspiration for lyrical conception to the French poet Charles Baudelaire who fostered a belief in praising mad and disgusting things.  Being more of a reader then a conversationalist Sigmund’s inspirations come from literature especially such classics as Nausea by JP Sartre and Kafka’s The Castle.  

For their albums The Sentinel and the Murderer, Deluge and Ghostwriter, Sigmund was instrumental in the ambience and artwork for the album covers using his own photography.  At times Inner Missing finds designers and gives them the freedom to create whatever the music inspires in them. 

With no specific creative process Sigmund just allows the music to come into his head, something that can happen unexpectedly at any moment.  When he is inspired he arranges the music and then writes the accompanying lyrics.  

Although the band concentrates more on studio work they still believe that live concerts are an extremely powerful way to communicate with the audience.  With just two musicians on stage Inner Missing have an unusual way of performing live.  With minimal action on the stage the band uses video installations to create an immersive experience for the audience creating a wistful and contemplative air.  

In 2020-2022 the global pandemic stifled the bands ability to perform abroad.  Inner Missing were forced to concentrate on shows and festivals only in Russia.  Following their repatriation to Israel they plan to start performing on local and European stages.  

They are currently working on a new album.  If you like or are interested in listening to contemplative, melancholic music Inner Missing is the band for you.

 

Links:

Bandcamp: Inner Missing (bandcamp.com) 

Facebook: Inner Missing | Facebook