Edinburgh-based post-metal band Codespeaker is set to release their second album, Scavenger, on November 8th via Ripcord Records. This new release marks a significant evolution in the band’s sound, building on the critical acclaim of their 2022 self-titled debut, which was praised as “a richly textured tapestry of modern post-metal mastery” by Distorted Sound Magazine.
Ahead of the album release, Codespeaker has premiered their latest single, ‘Verte’. Check it here:
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The band explains the theme behind the song: “’Verte’ looks at our notions of sacrifice. The difference in expectations of the powerless and the powerful. The justifications we give for valuing one human life over another. ‘Verte’ was written at a time when people were being asked to make incredible sacrifices and the nature of these double standards was shown in stark light. It is an attempt to stand in the shoes of those who are deemed acceptable collateral damage.”
Scavenger promises to expand on the heavy, atmospheric sound that Codespeaker is known for. Featuring thunderous drums and colossal guitars reminiscent of bands like Neurosis and Cult of Luna, the album offers a towering sonic experience that shifts between mammoth-sized riffs and intense vocals, while also embracing quieter, more introspective moments.
Reflecting on the writing process, the band shared: “Scavenger was an interesting album for us. With 3 of 5 members joining since our last album, we wanted to create something that felt like a new incarnation of Codespeaker while remaining true to our sound. It was challenging, but we’re proud of how it all came together.”
They added: “While our self-titled album had a certain warmth and wonder about the human experience, Scavenger is more pointed and aggressive. It reflects the darkening sociopolitical landscape we were living through—there’s a sense of desperation and anger. The lyrics focus on power structures and those who suffer under them. It’s an ode to the powerless.”
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