Sisters Of… have carved out a unique place in instrumental music, and their latest EP, Marie / Michel, cements their position as sonic storytellers. Out on January 10th, the two track composition is an engaging journey that explores loss, grief, anger, and the eventual relief from it all. Clocking in at just over seventeen minutes, the EP is meant to be heard and experienced as a single and immersive narrative.
The creative synergy between Aaron Coker and Chris Clark is evident throughout Marie / Michel. The duo’s remote writing process of trading parts digitally despite living across the street from each other results in not one but two meticulously crafted compositions.
The opening movement, “Marie,” starts with a reflective and expansive tone that captures a sense of yearning. Its tranquil introduction swells into waves of heavy and layered sounds that mimic the emotional turbulence of loss. The climax is a breathtaking moment that abruptly gives way to silence. It’s a pause that feels intentional and leaves space for reflection.
The transition into “Michel” is seamless, and the track’s aggressive energy immediately grabs hold. Where “Marie” portrays despair, “Michel” channels raw anger and resilience. Its heavy grooves and rhythmic intensity are offset by a midsection of contemplative calm, which eventually erupts into a towering crescendo. This finale closes the EP with an undeniable sense of resolution.
While their previous albums, Follow Me As A Ghost and The Serpent, The Angel & The Adversary, were impressive, Marie / Michel takes their artistry to new heights. Sisters Of… blends the power of post-metal with the emotional pull of post-rock.
With Marie / Michel, Sisters Of… have delivered a powerful statement that’s both intimate and immense which solidifies their status as masters of their genre.
