Pioneering a unique blend of modern metal music and the dark, atmospheric vibes of goth rock, Atlanta-based goth rock band, Scarlett XIII is steadily rising as a force to reckon within the Atlanta music scene. Founded by George Emans in 2017, this audaciously talented group, is venturing to edge their sound into the music industry, aiming to captivate listeners and incite them into momentous realms of pain and hope.
Recently, Scarlett XIII unveiled their latest single, “Secrets,” lyrics written by Renata Komarkova Emans. At 3:31 minutes, ‘Secrets,’ integrates a combination of potent guitar riffs, rhythmic drivings of the drum, and melodious pathway escorted by dark goth-wave, metal nuances. The intricate composition is supremely brought to life by George Emans on vocals, Devin O’Rourke on drums, and Joe D. Carpenter on guitars.
‘Secrets’ also has a music video that features a perfectly dark backdrop that complements the song’s ominous undertones. Already boasting over 129K views on YouTube, the music video starts with a haunting intro of lead singer George set against the mysterious backdrop of a forest. The video then takes an eerier turn, showing the decayed opulence of a dark mansion. The grandeur of Devin O’Rourke’s drum beats initiates the song, taking the audience deeper into the tuneful darkness.
The lyrics for ‘Secrets’ articulate a longing for love amid despair. It speaks of secrets, the dance of shadows, and the yearning to understand the depth of love, portraying a journey through human emotions forgotten in the wilderness.
Scarlett XIII is focused on producing compelling music that resonates with their audience’s emotions. Months of recording new music and formulating fresh music videos have geared them up to start touring and meet their fans at live shows. The band is planning tours across the South East, North East, and Midwest for the summer and fall.
The goth rock band continues on their creative journey ever fine-tuning their unique sound and the group indicates an interest in collaborating with fellow artists like Ghost, The Sisters of Mercy, and The 69 Eyes.
Intrigued? Dive into everything Scarlett XIII via their official website, along with their Facebook, Youtube, and Spotify, and the music video for ‘Secrets.’
Scarlett XIII consists of George Emans on vocals, Joe D. Carpenter on guitars, and Devin O’Rourke on drums. Their music is a concoction of heavy, dark elements balanced with a melodic catch. They’ve managed to translate their creative vision into original songs inspired by goth, dark-wave, metal genres, which invite the listeners into a wistful sphere of emotions.
Scarlett XIII captivates audiences with their unmistakable stage presence and a unique talent for crafting punchy, atmospherically dark songs. They bring a fresh perspective to goth rock, making their music an essential experience not just for fans of the genre but for all music lovers.
