Death In Vegas Releases First Album in Nine Years, Titled ‘Death Mask’
Death In Vegas Returns With Soulful Depth in New Album ‘Death Mask’
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April 25, 2025
In an electrifying anticipation for fans of experimental soundscapes and introspective rhythms, Richard Fearless reclaims his Death In Vegas moniker with a forthcoming album titled Death Mask, scheduled for release on June 6, 2025. This marks Fearless’ first full-length offering as Death In Vegas since the critically acclaimed Concrete in 2016, and it’s already shaping up to be an evocative exploration of personal themes intertwined with a diverse range of sonic influences.
Spanning nine meticulously crafted tracks, Death Mask promises a sonic tapestry woven from the fabric of Fearless’ own life experiences, particularly his reflections on love and loss. In a candid statement, the producer articulated the emotional reservoir that fuels the album: “I wanted to distill the essence of my lived experiences—all of the grief, joy, and nuance of those I hold dear—into this record.”
Fearless’ passion for sound design shines through as he delves into a rich palette of auditory inspirations. He cites listening to the avant-garde noise of Ramleh’s Hole In The Heart alongside Terrence Dixon’s machine funk and the cerebral techno jams of Jamal Moss. Such diverse influences speak to Fearless’ ever-curious musicality, as he finds harmony in the juxtaposition of stark minimalism, layered drones, and immersive dub.
“I’ve been inhaling the deepest dub," Fearless explained, "from Mark Ernestus’ distillations to the pioneering techniques of legends like King Tubby and Scientist. I loved the idea of recording live takes as separate stems, then mixing them in a dub-inspired manner through my own console.” This focus on organic sound creation reflects not just a love for production, but also a deep connection to the history of the genre.
Listeners can expect to hear Fearless embrace the unpredictable nature of his tools; his use of vintage equipment seems almost sentient. “Some of the gear I use has a tendency to take on a life of its own,” he adds, reminiscing about an Effectron delay that, during recording, echoed like a ghostly radio conversation. On the other hand, an unchanged Echoplex tape serves as the canvas of history, highlighting the beauty of sound bleed—blurring the lines between the past and the present.
The album’s title track has already been previewed, inviting listeners into this lush, introspective world that Fearless has intricately crafted. The accompanying video hints at the deep relationship between sound and visual, capturing the essence of a journey woven through memory and sound.
With Death Mask, Richard Fearless is not just making an album; he’s crafting an experience that beckons listeners to confront their own narratives of grief and remembrance. Death In Vegas returns to illuminate the shadows of existence with pulsating rhythms and haunting melodies—an exploration of the human condition through sound.
Death Mask will be released via Drone Records on June 6, 2025, and the prospect of its arrival is already creating waves in the music community. For a glimpse into this sonorous venture, be sure to check out the video for the title track below. The anticipation is palpable—as listeners, we are ready to submit ourselves to the depths of Fearless’ sound world once more.
