Carmeria’s Trinity: Volume I reimagines their signature dark symphonic metal with an acoustic touch and it reveals the band’s ability to craft songs that stand strong even without their usual cinematic grandeur. Across the three tracks, the EP showcases their intricate musicianship and emotional storytelling by offering a new perspective on their music while paying homage to their influences.
Opening track “Lost in the Snow” sets the tone with a delicate instrumentation and heartfelt vocals. The stripped-back arrangement highlights the song’s emotional weight by allowing the melodies to breathe while maintaining the band’s signature gothic elegance. It’s a song that carries a quiet intensity and proves that power doesn’t always require volume.
“Solaris (Acoustic)” revisits a fan-favourite with a fresh approach. Transforming it into something more delicate yet just as impactful. The acoustic setting shifts the song’s atmosphere by drawing focus to its melody and lyrical themes. The reimagined version not only demonstrates the band’s versatility but also emphasises the strength of their songwriting.
Closing the EP, Carmeria takes on Kamelot’s “A Sailorman’s Hymn” with a reverence that honours the original while adding their own unique touch. The band’s arrangement introduces subtle gothic undertones and rich harmonies, creating a version that feels both nostalgic and new.
With Trinity: Volume I, Carmeria proves that their music thrives in any form, whether grand and symphonic or stripped down and intimate.
Album cover by Hassane
