UNDER THE SHADOWS have released a new video clip for ‚Persephone Rising‘, taken from their forthcoming album ‚Thesmophoria‘, due July 2 via Lion Music. The track offers a compelling first glimpse into a record that blends heavy metal, gothic atmosphere, and neoclassic folk into a deeply atmospheric whole.UNDER THE SHADOWS have shared a new video for ‚Persephone Rising‘, the latest single to emerge from their upcoming album ‚Thesmophoria‘, scheduled for release on July 2 through Lion Music. The track serves as a strong indicator of the sonic direction the project has taken on what promises to be one of the more distinctive heavy releases of the year.
The project behind UNDER THE SHADOWS carries over three decades of experience working across the darker edges of heavy metal, gothic music, and neoclassic folk. That accumulated history is central to the identity of ‚Thesmophoria‘, an album that draws on the raw energy of early metal roots, the introspective depth of gothic soundscapes, and the storytelling traditions of folk music. The result is a body of work that feels lived-in rather than manufactured — shaped by years of experimentation, reinvention, and a quiet but unwavering commitment to craft.
What distinguishes ‚Thesmophoria‘ is its sense of collective effort. Numerous musicians, producers, and collaborators have contributed across the project’s long history, each leaving their mark in tone, technique, and perspective. Though anchored in a singular creative vision, the album stands as a testament to shared history and mutual trust built over time.
Thematically, ‚Thesmophoria‘ explores the tension between darkness and resilience, the pull of memory, and the search for meaning in the spaces where genres meet. UNDER THE SHADOWS look back without nostalgia and forward without abandoning their foundations. The album is available for pre-order now via Bandcamp.