Artist Spotlight: Mike Vorpal

Mike Vorpal - House of Capricorn

Mike Vorpal, known for his evocative songwriting and immersive soundscapes, has officially released his debut solo EP, "Memes". This six-track collection is a bold fusion of dark wave aesthetics and guitar-driven intensity, offering listeners a deeply introspective yet electrifying experience.

With "Memes", Mike Vorpal crafts a sonic narrative that reflects the absurdity and emotional weight of the digital age. Tracks like "Manhunter" and “House of Capricorn" along with "Overboard” showcase his ability to blend haunting melodies with raw, unfiltered lyricism, creating a sound that resonates with both nostalgia and modern existentialism. "I really wanted to make something that feels both immediate and timeless… so that it stays with you after the music stops.”

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Mike Vorpal - Manhunter

“For me, Memes is kind of a reflection of the way we process reality through fragmented, fleeting moments…”

"Manhunter” is a brooding, fierce, hypnotic track that stalks its way through a landscape of distortion. The soundscape of “Manhunter” is dense and relentless. Guitars churn and howl, not just with distortion, but also with menace. There’s a grunge-fed aggression beneath the surface reminiscent of early Nirvana—but it’s been hollowed out and dressed in the cinematic drama of post-rock and darkwave. Layers build slowly, with effects gliding like fog across the low-end growl, only to rupture into full-blown sonic assaults that demand attention. The lyrics are cryptic and psychologically charged, delivered with cold precision that enhances their unsettling power. “Manhunter” is both a thrill and a warning—an expertly crafted sonic experience that pulls you into its world and makes you question your place in it."

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Mike Vorpal - Charlatan

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