Beriedir’s upcoming album Liminal Spaces explores themes of melancholia, introspection, and the surreal. With "Neon" as a centerpiece, the band delves into progressive, experimental sounds, redefining their musical identity.
1. "Neon" has been described as diving into the liminal aesthetic of your upcoming album. Could you elaborate on the concept of "liminal spaces" and how it influenced the songwriting for
this record?
We think that the anwer lies in the words themselves. “Liminal” comes from the word “limen”, which means “threshold”. A liminal space is in fact a space that feels like it’s inbetween worlds, not fully here, not fully there. Something familiar, but also stranger to us. Sometimes we feel the same, caught in a
melancholic state in which we feel like we’re suspended.
2. The shift from power metal to a more progressive and experimental sound is evident in "Neon" and "Halo." What prompted this evolution, and how has it impacted your creative process
as a band?
We don’t consciously decide what direction to take. There’s no active desire to innovate per se, but we go where our ears lead us, exploring what we find in the process and playing with ideas. We let every little thing inspire us, with no conception of a fixed genre or any specific band of reference.
3. You mentioned that "Neon" represents experiences where perception falters, guided by dreams and fears. Can you share how you approached translating such abstract themes into music
and lyrics?
Lyrically Stefano approached the subject by merging prophetic imagery with the effects that artificial light can create in an environment, shaping the song like a walk in a long corridor, where the mind is slowly absorbed by abstract thoughts as it ponders on life and grief.
4. The music video for "Neon" creates a vivid and immersive visual representation of the song. What was the creative process behind the video, and how does it tie into the album’s themes?
The video for “Neon” was shot in an old shopping mall, repurposed as an office bulding. The eerie
emptiness of the halls was perfect to encapsulate the quintessential liminal space. All the shots are meant to make the audience perceive the band in a surreal and wide place, with the shots in the elevator bringing the mood on the opposite and claustrophobic direction when the energy of the song shifts.
5. Liminal Spaces seems to delve into melancholia, longing, and introspection. Were there any personal or collective experiences within the band that inspired these themes?
All of the members of
Beriedir struggle with their own battles and their own perception of
these themes. Stefano was the one to write all the lyrics and he mostly put his own experience in them.
“I feel melancholia and related emotions a lot, they tend to wash over me often and heavily. This album helped
putting some order to them.” - Stefano
6. You’ve shared the stage with notable acts like Stratovariusand Korpiklaani. How have these experiences influenced your musical direction and live performances?
Every band we shared the stage with has left us something in terms of
live performances, we tend to try to be better perfomers with every show, trying to let all the great bands out there inspire us in that
sense. As for our musical direction, we try to avoid being actively inspired too much, as we prefer for our music to flow naturally while writing.
7. Your discography shows a fascinating progression from The Path Beyond theMoon to AQVA and now Liminal Spaces. What would you say are the biggest lessons you've learned during this journey?
Thank you for defining it “fascinating”! It’s very flattering to us. We would say that the most important
lesson we learned is exactly what makes our career a progression: we just write what makes us happy, energetic, and makes exorcises all the things we have to say. Also, on a lighthearted note, we’ve learnt to write shorter songs and take away less important stuff (chuckles).
8. The album tracklist suggests a narrative or thematic progression. Is there a story or concept that ties the songs together, and if so, how do "Neon" and "Halo" fit into it?
There’s no specific story behind the album. The overall concept is liminal spaces and all of the strong emotions we always mention, but every single song has its specific theme and it would be hard to try to tie
them together.
9. Beriedir’s music combines tight rhythms, emotional depth, and introspective themes. How do you balance technical precision with the emotional weight of your compositions?
We don’t have a specific technique to keep that balance. Mostly we try to make the music support the vocals and vice versa, delivering the same impact altogether. If the music is screaming, the vocals will scream and the lyrics will follow. A lot of practice goes into performing those songs correctly and to deliver
the right energy.
10. With Liminal Spaces releasing in January 2025, what are your goals and hopes for the album? Are there any tours, live shows, or special events planned to support its release?
We have many gigs planned and more are in the works! We are also thinking about organising a couple of special events dedicated to the album, but we’ll see! We sincerely hope this album will reach not only the ears, but the hearts of many people. We truly believe that this is a good album. We hope everyone
will enjoy!
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