The Progressive Metal band Radiant Thought is proud to announce that its debut effort, entitled “Transcendence,” will be released on November 07, 2025. The album includes 12 songs for almost 48 minutes of deep musical experience and sees the participation of Leprous’ drummer Baard Kolstad on all tracks.
You can get a taste of the quality and elegance of songwriting with the song “Transcending,” available as single on the main digital platforms as well as music video:
Purchase and Stream “Transcending” here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/radiantthought/transcending
“Transcending” places us in the labyrinth of signs that contemporary society offers. There are too many messages and inputs, creating an excess of communication that doesn’t even give us time to notice the “space between the lines.” “Transcending,” in such a society, perhaps means stopping communicating and starting to observe. To be, rather than appear.
Radiant Thought’s debut album “Transcendence” represents years of creative exploration and dedication. It’s an introduction to the project’s vision: music created to evoke emotion, curiosity, and connection. The album’s concept explores personal growth, resilience, and self-discovery — a journey through cycles of struggle and renewal.
Pre-Order “Transcendence” on Bandcamp: https://radiantthought.bandcamp.com/album/transcendence
The band is pleased to reveal the album cover by Margarida Tangerina, while the definitive tracklist can be read below:
01. The Opening
02. Transcending
03. Radiance
04. The One
05. Division
06. Hexagon
07. An Endless Cycle
08. Coherence
09. Descending
10. Prisoner
11. The Aftermath
12. Downside
“Transcendence” was written, composed, performed (all instruments excepting drums), recorded and produced by Valter Abreu. Vocals by Miguel Pinto and Valter Abreu. Drums performed by Baard Kolstad, engineered and recorded by Marius Strand at Strand Studio. Mixed by João Brandão at ARDA Recorders. Vocals mixed by Valter Abreu. Mastered by Erik Peabody at Viking Guitar Productions. Logo by Rui Abreu (R-Typography). Original lyrics on “Transcending” by João Franco. Special thanks to Stefan Sjöberg for his early collaboration on the project and for his continued support and feedback throughout.
Lineup:
Valter Abreu / Songwriter, All Instruments Excepting Drums, Producer
Miguel Pinto / Vocals
Baard Kolstad / Session Drums