In an exploration that transcends the ordinary, Deorbit, a US-based instrumental, progressive, and technical metal band, have unveiled their debut album, Retrogradient. The album showcases the band’s dedication to both artistic innovation and narrative depth, intertwining heaviness with intricacy not only in the instruments themselves but also in the songwriting.
Multi-instrumentalist Jerry Hauppa provides insights on the album’s origin,
Almost all of the music was written in the week before Covid restrictions took place in 2020 and saved as rough drafts on my computer, as the uncertainty of the future made me want to get as much documented as possible. I had wanted to create something that explored both the vastness of the universe and the limitations of the human experience, while not ignoring the relationship between the two. After restrictions loosened I was able to meet with the rest of the band and bring the music to life.
Inspired by the words of Carl Sagan regarding the cosmic connection between humans and the universe, the album serves as an odyssey, guiding listeners through the vastness of space and the complexities of the human experience. From the explosive origins of humanity during the Big Bang to the depths of the molten core, the journey continues through the atmosphere, offering a surreal perspective on our existence.
Retrogradient is an auditory adventure and a cosmic voyage that challenges the boundaries of conventional music, inviting enthusiasts to embark on a journey through the vast realms of the universe and the depths of human understanding.
