Wormholedeath proudly announces the signing of visionary metal multi-instrumentalist Shane Lentz for the reissue of his latest EP, APHOTIC | LIMINAL | NIHIL, set for re-release on September 5, 2025. A fearless exploration of the infinite emptiness of space and the insignificance of human existence, the album fuses the raw intensity of metal with the ethereal atmospheres of shoegaze and blackgaze, creating a sound as vast and relentless as the cosmos itself. In a display of artistry and technical skill, Shane wrote, performed, recorded, mixed, and mastered every note on the album. Known originally as a bassist, Shane has expanded into a full-fledged multi-instrumentalist, crafting every soundscape on APHOTIC | LIMINAL | NIHIL. Featuring harsh vocals that add a visceral edge to the album’s weighty themes, the music traverses a spectrum of crushing heaviness and delicate, otherworldly textures. “This album reflects my fascination with the void—both the literal void of space and the metaphysical void of existence,” says Shane. “It’s an attempt to channel the overwhelming beauty and despair of contemplating what lies beyond us and within us.” With a legacy of fearless sonic experimentation, Shane Lentz continues to push boundaries. His previous solo albums—The Hollowing Abyss (2024), The Solitude of Discovery (2021), and Reverse Horizons (2014)—cemented his role as a bold voice in the underground metal scene. Beyond his solo work, Shane has contributed to acclaimed bands including Kamikabe, Ys, and Cabaret Runaway, and made his mark on Jeff Loomis’ 2012 Billboard-charting album Plains of Oblivion. Now, with APHOTIC | LIMINAL | NIHIL, Shane delivers his most personal and ambitious work yet—a haunting meditation on nothingness. |
