Swiss modern metallers and former Headline Act Ophelia’s Eye continue to kick on. The band drop their new EP, Severance, on Friday, 12th December, and they’ve recently released the title track, “Severance”, as a single. Check out the video by scrolling down to the bottom. With the band on the rise, we exclusively checked in and asked them to reveal five track have impacted their sound:
“While we don’t draw direct inspiration from specific songs when writing, there are tracks whose approaches to vocals, structure, atmosphere or guitar work resonate with us. They reflect elements that naturally find their way into our sound through the perspectives of our two main songwriters, Jan and Noah.
These five songs represent influences on how we think about composition, dynamics and emotional impact.
Lorna Shore – “Sun//Eater” [video]
For us, the influence lies far less in the overall musical style and much more in Will Ramos’ vocal approach: The range, texture and expressive extremity. The opening riff carries a dramatic tension we appreciate, but it’s really the vocal delivery that inspires Jan: a blend of aggression and atmosphere that pushes emotional storytelling.
Bad Omens – “The Death of Peace of Mind” [video]
This track showcases how modern metal can balance ambience, emotional vulnerability and explosive intensity. The slow build, layered production and captivating dynamic shifts reflect the kind of tension-and-release we naturally gravitate toward. It’s a reminder of how powerful subtlety can be before a chorus opens up.
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Polaris – “Nightmare” [video]
The bounciness, rhythmic complexity and sheer headbang potential of the guitar writing resonate strongly with Noah’s style. Polaris combine technicality with emotional weight in a way that feels grounded yet energetic. “Nightmare” captures the balance of riffs that hit hard while still serving the song’s mood and narrative.
Currents – “Monsters” [video]
“Monsters” is a great example of structure done with intent: Each section escalates the emotional pressure and the guitar arrangements build a dark atmosphere without losing clarity. This sense of progression and thematic cohesion influences how we think about shaping dynamics throughout a track.
Bring Me The Horizon – “Drown” [video]
A masterclass in emotional impact through melody. The contrast between heavier verses and an anthemic chorus shows how vulnerability and intensity can coexist. The way “Drown” lands its emotional peak has definitely shaped how we approach big, cathartic moments in our songs.
As a band, we take inspiration from these artists not to imitate them, because they resonate with us regarding the atmosphere, emotional expression, dynamic storytelling and impactful guitar work. From there, we shape those impressions into something that feels distinctly ours. The strongest ideas always emerge from what we genuinely feel in the moment.”
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