Gorod

In 2027, Gorod will celebrate its 30th anniversary. Entering this milestone with the release of its eighth studio album, The Ember Gone, the Bordeaux-based quintet continues to push the boundaries of technical death metal while reaffirming its place among the genre's leading forces. Since emerging from the French metal underground, Gorod has built an international reputation through extensive touring across Europe, North America, Japan, and Southeast Asia. First gaining recognition in the United States, the band has expanded its audience thanks to its distinctive identity and acclaimed live performances. Far more than a technical death metal act, Gorod blends precision, groove, melodies, and harmonic textures inspired by 1970s jazz, funk, and progressive rock, creating a sound that is instantly recognizable. Renowned for its explosive energy and flawless execution, Gorod stands as one of the most compelling live acts in modern technical death metal. With The Ember Gone, the band delivers its most ambitious work since the landmark Transcendence. Recorded entirely at Bud Studio by Mathieu Pascal, the album explores richer arrangements and immersive atmospheres while remaining rooted in the intensity and musicianship that define Gorod. Its concept and lyrics examine the tensions shaping the modern world. Three decades into its career, Gorod continues to evolve and is ready to bring this new chapter to stages worldwide with more power than ever.