Los Angeles-based symphonic rock duo Mortez â the bewitching collaboration between pop-turned-rock siren Rachele Royale and seasoned composer/session guitarist Brett Daniels â conjures dark magic with their spellbinding new single “Coven”. Channeling the inner lives of witches and vampires through a haunting blend of orchestral grandeur and gothic rock, the track emerges as a standout in the modern rock landscape, proving that true alchemy happens when two artistic souls collide.
“Coven” transports listeners to a shadowy, candlelit realm where Royale’s dramatic, crystalline vocals soar over Daniels’ rich, cinematic arrangements. The song’s genesis â born from Royale’s literal dream â infuses every element with an otherworldly authenticity, as if the duo channeled spirits rather than composed melodies. Recorded in their home studio, the track retains an intimate, coven-like atmosphere, yet explodes with the scale of a full symphony (a nod to Daniels’ ambition to tour with a live orchestra).
What makes Mortez compelling is their merged history: Royale’s pop pedigree (including a Mutt Lange-produced debut album) tempers Daniels’ rock rigor (forged on LA’s biggest stages), creating something both accessible and esoteric. “Coven” doesn’t just borrow witchy aesthetics â it lives in them, offering a portal to a darker, more poetic world where music feels less like entertainment and more like ancient ritual.
Mortez’s ‘Coven’ is a mesmerizing fusion of gothic rock and orchestral grandeur that transports listeners to an enchanting realm of dark magic. This spellbinding single is not just a song; it’s an immersive experience that invites us to explore the depths of our imagination and the shadows of our souls.
