Exorcism

About Exorcism

“Exorcism” travels to the vast Mongolian steppe, featuring the morin khuur (horse-head fiddle) and traditional throat singing by Ulziisaikhan Khoroldamba. These raw and powerful elements infuse the track with a primal intensity, evoking both ritual and catharsis.

The song itself was born out of reflecting about cleansing one’s inner demons: real ones or metaphorical ones. It’s about a person battling an addiction, fully aware of its destructive nature but desperate to overcome it. They’re willing to go through a “ritual” or exorcism to rip it out of themselves, no matter what it takes.

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When a piece of music crosses my path that sounds like this, I get chills which some researchers have dubbed ‘skin orgasm’ and excitement builds. Exorcism is in the category of symphonic metal but its more of an auditory vacation! This song is opulent, and beautifully layered with exquisite Eastern inspired soundscapes.
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Exorcism review by Metal lair

🇲🇳 Ulziisaikhan Khoroldamba

ULZIISAIKHAN KHOROLDAMBA is a Mongolian musician specializing in morin khuur and khuumei (throat singing). With over a decade of experience, he not only performs but also teaches morin khuur. As the founder of Khug-Jim LLC, Ulziisaikhan has made significant contributions to the promotion and preservation of Mongolian musical heritage. He organizes the annual “Khug Tegshirlee” event, a gathering dedicated to morin khuur enthusiasts.

Morin khuur

The morin khuur, or “horsehead fiddle,” is a traditional Mongolian bowed string instrument. Its name reflects its distinctive shape, with the top resembling a horse’s head. Originating from Central Asian nomadic cultures, the morin khuur holds significant cultural importance in Mongolia and is often used to accompany traditional singing, throat singing, and folk dances.