Wolves in the Throne Room Announce New Album, Unveil “Ghosts Among the Obelisks”: Stream

Wolves in the Throne Room have revealed details about their upcoming album, Estuary, set to release on October 23rd through Relapse Records. The band has also introduced the lead single from the record, titled "Ghosts Among the Obelisks." "Ghosts Among the Obelisks" is a melancholic black metal track that diverges from the band's more progressive and elaborate style, focusing instead on a more concentrated approach.

The drumming, with its presence in the mix, sets this track apart from the more atmospheric end of the genre, adding a sense of active tension despite its mid-tempo and solemn nature. The overall atmosphere of the song is one of doom, characterized by a gray and windy tone, relying more on evocation than catchy hooks.

Nathan Weaver, the singer-guitarist for Wolves in the Throne Room, has provided insights into the conceptual framework of the new album, Estuary. Set a thousand years after the collapse of civilization, the album's narrative follows survivors navigating through haunted ruins. This post-apocalyptic world is populated by mutant creatures and open portals, with post-apocalyptic religion manifesting in a wild landscape.

Weaver elaborates on the album's world-building, explaining that the estuaries would become realms of power and magic if wilderness overtook cities in the future. The concept behind the estuaries emphasizes their significance as key nexus points where magic materializes in physical form. The presence of both benevolent and malevolent spirits in this setting adds depth to the album's thematic elements.

Fans can currently watch the music video for "Ghosts Among the Obelisks" and explore the artwork and tracklist for Estuary.