Cross Bringer
Five years after their uncompromising debut album’ The Signs of Spiritual Delusion’ Cross Bringer are back with a no less unwaverng follow-up ‘Healismus Aeternus’. Still separated by long distances and limited by inability to travel and play live, the band underwent a major change ahead of recording their material: exceptionally skilled drummer Michael Kadnar (Downfall of Gaia, Silent Pendulum Records) infused the band with fresh new blood. Written, recorded and produced between Russia, Cyprus, America and Belgium, ‘Healismus Aeternus’ delves deeper into the intricate phenomenon of Prelest—spiritual delusion. However more melodically enriched than its predecessor, there’s no deflection in the heaviness of this body of work. Tension and aggression run high. Lyrics written and performed by Lina (Predatory Void) evoke vivid imagery of transformation, where the self is both filled and altered by profound experiences, intertwined with the remnants of existence. On a journey through the fragile confines of the mind, the weight of delusional imagination eats away at the struggling identity, leaving behind an emptiness that threatens to consume. Guitar work of Sanya (Reka, Hoari) and Artemy (Smile to the Wind) oscillates between moments of chaos and serene introspection, embodying the struggle for enlightenment and self-reflection. As Cross Bringer navigate themes of spiritual confusion and self-discovery, the album becomes not just a collection of songs but a profound exploration of the human experience. It challenges listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and perceptions, making ‘Healismus Aeternus’ a captivating journey into the depths of mind and spirit.
