Josh Middleton From Sylosis Discusses New Album

Sylosis is set to release fourth studio album "Dormant Heart" on the 16th of January 2015 and in anticipation of the release, Nuclear Blast recorded a series of official album interviews with front man Josh Middleton.

The first trailer is now online and sees Josh discussing the title of the new album, where it was recorded, and who was involved. Check it out below.

Despite the name, "Dormant Heart," is not a peaceful album: it’s about a powerful force unleashing anger against everyday injustice and a sleeping society that lets these things wash over them.

The artwork was created by Bristol based artist Bonfire (Opeth, Satyricon, Kataonia), who has previously designed t-shirts for the band. On the theme of the artwork, Josh comments: "The cover relates to sacrifice (the sacrificial lamb is more of a symbol than something to be taken literally) but also the looming, oppressing figure in the background represents corruption and being forced into something against your will."

Speaking about the album, Josh states: “It's the most pissed-off, aggressive and intense album we've done, yet it still retains the epic, progressive and melodic side we're also known for. It's a very gloomy and atmospheric album. We've been through a lot as a band and individuals and we've made our darkest album to date.

“The title refers to people going through life on autopilot and being one of the herd, how a lot of people simply accept the way things are just because it's 'tradition' as opposed to taking a good look at the world around you and thinking for yourself. Sometimes there are catalysts that happen and change our perspective or consciousness.”