Vodun Prophesise New Doom

29 August, 2018
Written by Marky Edison

Ahead of the release of the forthcoming album, Ascend, London mystical-power trio Vodun return this week with a new video, described by director and British filmmaker Rosalind Jane of Dreamworld Video as a ‘moving collage’. Titled ‘New Doom’ the video and song features a cameo from Turbowolf frontman Chris Georgiadus.

“Since singing on the last two Turbowolf albums, I thought Chris wouldn’t mind performing a duet with me on our new album. As soon as I heard the driving chorus riff of ’New Doom', I knew that I wanted Chris’s vocals on the song,” explains frontwoman Chantal Brown (Oya). “It’s reminiscent of this dominating heavy fuzz bulldozer energy that Turbowolf bring, so it seemed fitting that we ask them to join us in song.

“The video was shot by Rosalind Jane, in Bristol, which is where Chris resides, so we thought we’d ask, and we’re so pleased it turned out so well,” continues Chantal. “He’s a natural performer, and his energy was just what the video needed. I also think having more people making a spectacle is often more entertaining to watch, so we are very happy with the end result. Chris’s transformation into a butterfly is something I didn’t know I needed to see, and I’m glad I did.”

Lyrically, ‘New Doom’ tackles the battles so many people endure through mental health issues and the struggles in life these bring. “Mental health challenges appear every day, and the people who fight these battles are constantly carrying a heavy load,” says Chantal. “It is important to remember our dark days, so we can appreciate the light. It is also just as important to remember our dark days so we can muster understanding and compassion for others, especially when they might need it most. This isn’t always easy. Finding new ways to gain strength to battle and avoid as many casualties as possible should be encouraged, even if you are channelling something a little beyond this realm.”