Blackgaze Metal Artist Shane Lentz Release New Album "APHOTIC | LIMINAL | NIHIL"
The album fuses the raw intensity of metal with the ethereal atmospheres of shoegaze and black metal
Emerging from the shadows of past collaborations and solo triumphs, Shane Lentz just relese his latest sonic opus, APHOTIC | LIMINAL | NIHIL. A fearless exploration of the infinite emptiness of space and the insignificance of human existence, the album fuses the raw intensity of metal with the ethereal atmospheres of shoegaze and blackgaze, creating a sound as vast and relentless as the cosmos itself.
In a display of artistry and technical skill, Shane wrote, performed, recorded, mixed, and mastered every note on the album. Known originally as a bassist, Shane has expanded into a full-fledged multi-instrumentalist, crafting every soundscape on APHOTIC | LIMINAL | NIHIL. Featuring harsh vocals that add a visceral edge to the album’s weighty themes, the music traverses a spectrum of crushing heaviness and delicate, otherworldly textures.
“This album reflects my fascination with the void—both the literal void of space and the metaphysical void of existence,” says Shane. “It’s an attempt to channel the overwhelming beauty and despair of contemplating what lies beyond us and within us.”
This release marks another milestone in a career built on boundary-pushing artistry. Previous solo albums, including The Hollowing Abyss (2024), The Solitude of Discovery (2021), and Reverse Horizons (2014), have cemented Shane’s reputation as a fearless creator in the metal underground. Fans of atmospheric, emotionally resonant metal will find themselves drawn to the layers of sound and meaning in APHOTIC | LIMINAL | NIHIL.
As a seasoned musician, Shane has also lent his talents to celebrated bands like Kamikabe, Ys, and Cabaret Runaway. Metal fans may also recognize his contributions to Jeff Loomis’ acclaimed 2012 album Plains of Oblivion, which broke into five U.S. Billboard charts. Now, with APHOTIC | LIMINAL | NIHIL, Shane takes center stage, delivering his most ambitious and personal work yet.
APHOTIC | LIMINAL | NIHIL:
https://open.spotify.com/intl-pt/album/2qsDV0RnG8By5jmcr9YU4s
