Evanescence has broken their four-year musical silence with a new single titled ‘Afterlife,’ as announced on their official Instagram. The track serves as a custom creation for Netflix’s new animated series ‘Devil May Cry.’ This collaboration features artist Mako.
“We are so thrilled to be a part of the brand new Netflix animated series ‘Devil May Cry,'” the band stated in their official announcement. “It was an honor to be tapped to create an original song for the show with the incredibly talented Mako. Hope you love it as much as we do!”
The song will appear in episodes 6 and 7 of the show’s first season. This debut introduces Evanescence’s signature sound to the anime adaptation.
This release represents a significant milestone for the band. It combines their established sound with new creative partnerships and upcoming projects.
Production Details
AXS TV revealed that Nick Raskulinecz co-produced the track alongside Mako. Their collaboration successfully merges different musical perspectives while preserving Evanescence’s distinctive gothic metal sound.
The partnership with Raskulinecz strengthens an already successful relationship. His production work has helped shape the band’s modern sound across multiple projects.
New Album Progress
MXDWN Music highlighted that ‘Afterlife’ marks just the beginning of new material. The band has entered the studio to create their next full-length album.
The details of the upcoming album remain confidential. However, studio sessions indicate a return to their signature sound while exploring new creative territories.
Anime Collaboration Impact
Blunt Magazine noted this collaboration as Evanescence’s first venture into anime soundtracks. This milestone opens new possibilities for their music in visual media.
The Netflix partnership showcases the band’s versatility. They have successfully adapted their sound for different media formats while maintaining their artistic integrity.
