La douleur (des mortels) by The City Gates

The City Gates from Montreal have released their latest single, La douleur (des mortels), through Velouria Recordz and Icy Cold Records. The band, which is renowned for their compelling fusion of darkwave, shoegaze, and post punk, keeps developing a unique sound that is based on melodic depth and passionate emotion.

With two full length albums so far, Age of Resilience and Forever Orbiter, and notable singles like Lapidation, which will also be included on their upcoming release, The City Gates have attracted attention for their dark sound.

This most recent single is their second attempt at writing songs in French, a conscious and creative decision that enhances the sentimental basis of the song. The track strikes a balance between a contemplative undertone and much intensity. The production immerses its audience in a complex yet elegant environment where throbbing bass, driving percussion, and shimmering guitar textures come together to create a vast work of art.

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The City Gates