Wyatt E. – zamāru ultu qereb ziqquratu Part 1
Heavy Psych Sounds
9,0/10,0
Brief:
After two years in the making, Wyatt E. seals their long-awaited return in 2025 with the highly anticipated narrative sequel to “āl bēlūti dārû”: zamāru ultu qereb ziqquratu Part 1 (Music from inside the Ziggurat); is the first chapter of a set of 2 concept albums in which the band deepens its exploration of ancient Babylon with an almost mythical approach through the eyes of the exiled captives from Jerusalem.
Featuring contributions from 7 international collaborators, zamāru ultu qereb ziqquratu is poised to become one of the most ambitious projects in the doom scene in terms of production & conception and will be released by the finest label in the genre: Heavy Psych Sounds.
The album pushes sonic boundaries by featuring two drummers recorded simultaneously, creating the immersive effect of distant crowds. An eclectic mix of instruments, including the saz, viola, sitar, and bugle, blend with both analog and digital elements to enrich the soundscape. A nod to Turkish composer Fazıl Say is also present, with a quotation from his symphony Mesopotamia.
For the first time, two vocal tracks appear alongside the instrumental pieces. Iranian singer Nina Saeidi lends her ethereal voice to “The Diviner’s Prayer to the Gods of the Night,” sung in Akkadian, while Jerusalem’s choir conductor, Tomer Damsky delivers a captivating performance of Im Lelya in Aramaic adding a deep vocal layer to the album. The final mix, crafted by renowned producer Tim De Gieter, known for his work with Amenra, Brutus, and Absent in Body, brings everything together with a masterful touch.
Tracklist:
- Qaqqari la târi Part I
- Kerretu Mahrû
- Im Lelya (feat. Tomer Damsky)
- The Diviner’s Prayer to the Gods of the Night (feat. Nina Saeidi)
- Ahanu Ersetum
Main Focus Tracks:
- Im Lelya (feat. Tomer Damsky)
- The Diviner’s Prayer to the Gods of the Night (feat. Nina Saeidi)
Other Recommended Tracks:
- Kerretu Mahrû
- Ahanu Ersetum
Line-Up:
Sébastien von Landau – Guitars, Bass, Synth, Sax, Vocals
Stéphane Rondia – Guitars, Bass, Synth, Vocals
Jonas Sanders – Drums
Gil Chevigné – Drums
Comments:
Zamāru Ulu Qereb Ziqquratu is a mesmerising exploration of ancient mysticism. Steeped in rich atmospheric textures and evocative musical themes, the album immerses the listener in a world that feels both ancient and timeless. It’s an ambitious piece of work that transcends the boundaries of traditional music.
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Selected Discography:
Exile to Beyn Neharot – 2017
Āl Bēlūti Dārû – 2022
Zamāru Ultu Qereb Ziqquratu Part 1 – 2025
Photo Credit: Stuart Garneys