photos by Sarina Villareal Ehrgott
Ghost Cult Magazine is hosting an exclusive stream of Cannibal Galaxy, the all-consuming debut from new instrumental black/cosmic metal duo OSMIUM GATE, ahead of its release tomorrow.
Forged in the shadows of Salt Lake City, Utah, OSMIUM GATE formed in December 2024 as an emerging presence in instrumental metal, channeling the raw power of elemental and otherworldly phenomena into every note. Their music bridges the terrestrial and the cosmic, creating soundscapes that feel both immense and intimate, like witnessing the quiet fury of a storm or the slow burn of a distant galaxy. The band unites guitarist/bassist Drew Ehrgott, known for his work in Reverence Of The Martyr, and drummer Rene Gomez, whose percussive presence reverberates through Ibex Throne, Yaotl Mictlan, and his bass work in Pan-Amerikan Native Front. Together, they carve out a sonic identity that feels both ancient and futuristic, rooted in elemental power yet unbound by earthly constraints.
With their debut album, Cannibal Galaxy, OSMIUM GATE presents themselves as sculptors of atmosphere, fusing technical precision with an expansive sense of mystery. Each track is a portal, a threshold between the known and the unimaginable, inviting listeners to experience the forces that shape both worlds and minds. OSMIUM GATE does not merely play music; they summon it, leaving a resonant echo that lingers long after the final chord. Cannibal Galaxy was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Drew Ehrgott who also handled the logo and cover design.
Drew Ehrgott states on the eve of the album’s release, “Instrumental music offers a unique creative frontier because it leaves so much open to interpretation. Each composition relies entirely on sound to convey emotion and narrative.”
Immerse yourself in OSMIUM GATE’s Cannibal Galaxy early through Ghost Cult Magazine RIGHT HERE.
OSMIUM GATE will independently release Cannibal Galaxy digitally this Friday, March 13th. Find preorders HERE.
https://osmiumgate.bandcamp.com
https://www.facebook.com/osmiumgate
https://www.instagram.com/osmiumgate