Oria
This Future Wants Us Dead
Enter the dystopian world of ORIA with their powerful sophomore album, "This Future Wants Us Dead". A relentless fusion of progressive groove metal, this concept-driven masterpiece weaves crushing riffs, intricate rhythms, and haunting melodies into a gripping narrative of humanitys struggles with progress, destruction, and redemption. Through a cinematic blend of ferocity and atmosphere, ORIA confronts themes of environmental collapse, technological domination, and social isolation, challenging listeners to reflect on the fragile balance between innovation and annihilation. Yet, amidst the devastation, a glimmer of hope remains-a call to resist, rebuild, and reclaim the future. Each track unfolds like a chapter in an epic, exploring the tension between chaos and order, the power struggles between man and machine, and the personal battles waged within a crumbling society. ORIA seamlessly shifts between thunderous, groove-laden assaults and eerie, melancholic passages, crafting an album that is as emotionally resonant as it is sonically brutal. Their ability to balance technical precision with raw, unfiltered emotion makes "This Future Wants Us Dead" an immersive and unforgettable experience. Produced to perfection, the album was recorded by Nick Grey at Red House Music Studio, Thessaloniki, Greece, drum-edited by Defkalion Dimos, and mixed and mastered by Steve Lado at SL Studios for maximum sonic impact. The striking cover artwork and design by Nasia Stylidou (Decomposition) visually capture the albums dark yet thought-provoking themes. For fans of Gojira, Mastodon, and Lamb of God, "This Future Wants Us Dead" is a must-listen-a heavy, thought-provoking odyssey that pushes boundaries and leaves a lasting mark. Available worldwide in CD Digipack and digital formats on April 25, 2025.