Leprous are back – and they’re sounding pretty fucking heavy! The Norwegian prog metal favourites released their first song in three years, Atonement, yesterday (May 31) and it’s easily one of the most guitar-centric tracks they’ve shared in a long while. Needless to say, the buildup to the band’s impending eighth album Melodies Of Atonement is off to an impeccable start, but what’s the story of its lead single? What do the lyrics mean? And is it an accurate snapshot of the record to come?
To answer these questions, Metal Hammer sat down with Leprous singer/keyboardist Einar Solberg. The result was a surprisingly evocative chat about abuse, mental health and how this band will continue to evolve in the future. The story of Melodies Of Atonement starts right here…
