Mirrorcell Explores the Beauty of Destruction with New Single "U(phoria)"
Missouri-based modern metal band Mirrorcell continues their journey of sonic self-exploration with the release of "U(phoria)," a visceral new single that arrives on Friday, June 20th via InVogue Records. The accompanying music video serves as a visual extension of the song’s central themes, creating a cinematic experience that amplifies the track’s exploration of dependency, euphoria, and the beauty found in destructive patterns.
“‘U(phoria)’ asks the question of ‘is this love or is this lust?’” mentions vocalist Nate Cell. “In a broken city, two characters’ lives collide to find solace within each other’s presence. This new romance had driven both characters into a euphoric state of bliss and unknowing of the chaos and damage they are leaving behind them. Forever chasing the high of each other’s company and forever fleeing from the comedown.”
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"U(phoria)" finds Mirrorcell at their most exposed, creating something that feels like equal parts confession and catharsis as they explore the complex relationship between euphoria and destruction. The song builds this incredibly dense atmosphere that somehow feels both crushing and weightless––like being trapped underwater but still able to breathe. The music video doesn’t shy away from giving listeners a visual experience that matches the song, bringing that euphoric feeling to life. There’s an almost hypnotic quality to the way "U(phoria)" builds and releases tension, creating moments where the listener feels suspended between falling and flying.
The song draws from a rich tapestry of cinematic influences, with Nate Cell citing renowned Hong Kong film director and screenwriter Wong Kar-wai as a primary inspiration. “This song was inspired by Wong Kar-wai, most notably from his films ‘In the Mood for Love’, ‘Chungking Express’ and ‘Fallen Angels’. Other influences for this project were early 90’s fashion and films such as ‘True Romance’, ‘Requiem for a Dream’ and Gregg Arak’s ‘The Doom Generation’.”