Sight of Emptiness has been slowly working towards the release of Above The Noise, their fifth studio release. The album’s first single, “Mandates of Hate,” dropped back in October. There’s no holding back when it comes to Sight of Emptiness, and these first two singles emphasize that to the highest of degrees.
As a song, “Soul Ascension” “dives deeply into the depths of the human soul. It scrapes at the bowels of where darkness, light, and the pursuit of redemption lay. The song itself is a battle between the light and the dark, a fight that is relatable to anyone who has felt lost or is crying out for meaning and purpose.”
Discussing the video, Concept Designer and CG Visuals Designer Fibonacho (Ignacio Bolaños) states: “The ‘Soul Ascension’ visualizer represents the overwhelming experiences and turbulent processes that push us to grow and transcend our limitations. It captures a transformative phase in the human journey, where what defines us can sometimes hold us back from reaching our highest potential. This visualizer explores the inherent balance in life: to gain something, you must be willing to let go. The central character is shown undergoing a transformation, shaped by mental processes of surrender, trusting intuition, and navigating challenging environments.
“In today’s world, marked by widespread substance abuse, intergenerational trauma, and the repercussions of wars and mass migrations, this piece resonates deeply. My hope is that this visualizer speaks to populations at risk and offers a connection to these shared struggles.
“Visually, the inspiration came from modern glitch art, ’90s computer graphics, odd patterns, extraterrestrial phenomena, and various forms of noise. The dominant green hues and interplay of black and white were intentional choices, helping to establish the toxic and uncertain context of the visualizer while maintaining consistency with the single’s cover artwork.”
“Soul Ascension”:
“Mandates Of Hate”: