The Breath Of Life Archives - Alfa Matrix Store https://store.alfa-matrix-store.com/product-category/the-breath-of-life/ electronic music with a heart Tue, 15 Jul 2025 22:25:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://store.alfa-matrix-store.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/cropped-logo-am--32x32.jpg The Breath Of Life Archives - Alfa Matrix Store https://store.alfa-matrix-store.com/product-category/the-breath-of-life/ 32 32 The Breath Of Life – Echoes Of Time – A 39​-​Year Musical Anthology https://store.alfa-matrix-store.com/product/the-breath-of-life-echoes-of-time-a-39-year-musical-anthology/ Fri, 19 Jan 2024 09:55:49 +0000 https://store.alfa-matrix-store.com/?post_type=product&p=13367 Almost four decades have elapsed since THE BREATH OF LIFE’s inception, and the flame of passion continues to burn bright. Since 1985, the Belgian band delivers a riveting performance, blending captivating melodies, enchanting ethereal voices and a unique sound blend of cold wave, gothic rock and post punk. The band members are more than musicians; […]

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]]> Almost four decades have elapsed since THE BREATH OF LIFE’s inception, and the flame of passion continues to burn bright. Since 1985, the Belgian band delivers a riveting performance, blending captivating melodies, enchanting ethereal voices and a unique sound blend of cold wave, gothic rock and post punk.

The band members are more than musicians; they are alchemists, weaving together diverse influences into a distinctive musical tapestry. Anno 2024, THE BREATH OF LIFE are Isabelle Dekeyser (vocals), Philippe Mauroy (guitar, drums programming), Giovanni Bortolin (violin, keyboards) and Didier Czepczyk (bass). As they embark on their 11th album, THE BREATH OF LIFE stands at the threshold of a new chapter. The fusion of seasoned veterans and fresh perspectives promises a musical journey that transcends time and captivates audiences anew. The band’s resilience, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to their craft affirm their status as pioneers in the Darkwave genre.

In 2023, the band joined forces with the newly minted Spleen+ division of the Belgian Alfa Matrix label. Their inaugural release, the EP “Down We Go” is a testament to the band’s enduring creativity and relevance.

Ahead of the upcoming album drop, join us in an electrifying celebration of artistic evolution! We’re diving deep into THE BREATH OF LIFE’s remarkable 39-year journey, traversing 40 carefully selected songs. This sonic odyssey spans their extensive repertoire, featuring rare gems and unreleased material that unveils the band’s evolution—from the raw energy of early demo tapes to the cutting-edge sound of their most recent digital single and a mind-bending DAVID BOWIE cover (“Ashes To Ashes”) thrown into the mix. Get ready for a musical adventure that transcends time and showcases THE BREATH OF LIFE’s incredible evolution!

Each song reveals THE BREATH OF LIFE’s evolving sound style, carving their unique identity while paying homage to influences like SIOUXSIE & THE BANSHEES, KILLING JOKE, NEW ORDER, FAD GADGET, ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN, THE CURE, LENE LOVICH, DEPECHE MODE, COCTEAU TWINS, DEAD CAN DANCE, and more.

THE BREATH OF LIFE’s legacy is set to evolve, carrying with it the echoes of a rich history and the promise of an exciting future. The band’s ability to navigate changing landscapes and reinvent themselves ensures that their music will continue to resonate for years to come.

Get ready for an incredible journey with the release of this stellar anthology! Not only does it feature the latest single “Down We Go” with its mind-blowing official video clip, but the Bandcamp version comes packed with a treasure trove – a 40-page booklet. Dive into exclusive band photos and gain insights into THE BREATH OF LIFE’s unique artistic odyssey. It’s not just an anthology; it’s an immersive experience!

Enjoy these echoes of time…

Official video clip for “Down We Go”.

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]]> The Breath Of Life – Down We Go EP https://store.alfa-matrix-store.com/product/the-breath-of-life-down-we-go-ep/ Fri, 23 Jun 2023 12:14:50 +0000 https://store.alfa-matrix-store.com/?post_type=product&p=12969 Throughout a fruitful career that started back in 1985, THE BREATH OF LIFE do not only have countless tours and concerts under their belt but can also be proud of their rich and diversified discography characterized by their obsessional desire to constantly reinvent themselves and explore new sonic realms. A creative originality that always made […]

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]]> Throughout a fruitful career that started back in 1985, THE BREATH OF LIFE do not only have countless tours and concerts under their belt but can also be proud of their rich and diversified discography characterized by their obsessional desire to constantly reinvent themselves and explore new sonic realms. A creative originality that always made them stand out as a unique entity on the dark scene and turned them into one of the most well-known cold wave gothic rock bands from Belgium.

It’s of course with great honour and magic in the eyes that Spleen+ (division of Alfa Matrix) welcomes Isabelle Dekeyser and her gang to their growing roster of post punk artists for the forthcoming release of their 11th (!!) album. First excerpt to be revealed now, “Down We Go” showcases THE BREATH OF LIFE at their best, with intense but fragile female vocals carried by manic drums, electrifying bass and passionate guitars bringing the song to a ultimate climax of urgency evoking good old ethereal moments from the 4AD cult years merged with classic darkwave roots and a certain LENE LOVICH’s ghost lurking in the background…

As a thank you for the band’s faithful fanbase, THE BREATH OF LIFE also added to this new single their captivating take on THE CURE’s poppy “The Lovecats” that they plunged into a darker and more tortured atmospheric bath redirecting it closer to the “17 Seconds” / “Faith” era of the band. And cherry on the cake, they also close the release with a somewhat more electronic based song that is nothing but the result from their very own reinterpretation of IMPLANT’s groovy “The Last Record” featuring Len Lemeire himself on backing vocals and offering it a poetic shoegaze dimension so perfectly suiting the lyrics.

Two video clips are also accompanying this EP adding the visual dimension to the songs and reinforcing the floating and darkish atmosphere of it all.

Anno 2023, THE BREATH OF LIFE are Isabelle Dekeyser (vocals), Philippe Mauroy (guitar, drums programming), Giovanni Bortolin (violin, keyboards), Didier Czepczyk (bass).

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