Le Silence Des Ruines - Quis Ut Deus

Review by Lisa Szymborski

Le Silence Des Ruines' latest album Quis Ut Deus is a haunting and powerful addition to the neoclassical genre. The French duo, consisting of composer and pianist Guillaume Le Huche and vocalist and lyricist Damien Legret, have created an atmospheric and emotional journey that is at once deeply personal and universal.

The album opens with "La Chute", a mournful piano piece that sets the tone for the rest of the record. Legret's vocals are ethereal and haunting, adding a layer of depth and emotion to the already powerful music. "La Mort de l'Ange" is a standout track, with its driving percussion and soaring strings creating a sense of urgency and drama.

Throughout the album, Le Silence Des Ruines' use of classical instrumentation is masterful. The strings, piano, and occasional choir all work together to create a lush and immersive soundscape. The lyrics, in French and Latin, are poetic and often introspective, adding to the album's overall sense of melancholy.

Summary by Lisa Szymborski

Quis Ut Deus is not an easy listen, but it is a rewarding one. Le Silence Des Ruines have crafted a deeply moving and personal album that will resonate with fans of neoclassical music and beyond. It is a testament to the power of music to evoke emotion and connect us to something greater than ourselves.