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CIVILIS RELEASES CONCEPTUAL EP CHAPTER II: THE SLEEPING PROPHET Friday November 6 2026, 9:42 AM

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CIVILIS RELEASES CONCEPTUAL EP CHAPTER II: THE SLEEPING PROPHET

Venezuelan Modern Heavy and Progressive Metal Duo Delve Deeper Into Darkness, Technicality, and Human Destiny

Venezuelan modern heavy and progressive metal duo CIVILIS continue their ambitious conceptual journey with the release of Chapter II: The Sleeping Prophet, the second installment of the band's ongoing trilogy.

Originally founded in Venezuela in 2018 by Félix Molina (guitars) and Bertrand Cape (lead vocals, guitars), CIVILIS was created around a contemporary approach to heavy metal that combines modern tunings, powerful vocals, intricate progressive arrangements, and a strong conceptual foundation. Drawing influence from the likes of Heaven & Hell, Bruce Dickinson, and Nevermore, the band has developed a sound that connects the spirit of classic heavy metal with the technicality and atmosphere of modern progressive metal.

The band's story began in 2018 with their debut album, an eight-track conceptual work inspired by fundamental characters surrounding the life of the Messiah. The release quickly established CIVILIS within the Venezuelan metal scene, earning the band the "Breakthrough Band" award at the 2018 Melomaniac Awards in Venezuela. Their music also attracted international attention, including recognition from renowned Japanese metal publication BURRN! and support from international music technology brand IK Multimedia.

After several years of artistic development, CIVILIS returned in 2023 with Chapter I: Epiphany, launching a new conceptual trilogy and expanding the band's cinematic approach to songwriting. The EP explored the emotional retrospective of a character beginning to discover the consequences of his present through the experiences of his past. The release received attention from international media including Metal Hammer and La Heavy, further establishing CIVILIS' growing international presence.

Now, Chapter II: The Sleeping Prophet takes that story into darker and more technically demanding territory.

Released on October 17, 2025, the EP represents what the band describes as their darkest and most technical era yet. Through intense compositions, refined production, atmospheric passages, and an introspective narrative, CIVILIS explores the complicated relationship between experience, emotion, choice, and destiny.

"This EP represents our darkest and most technical era yet. It explores the weight of human decisions and how the surrounding experiences shape our choices, ultimately driving us toward an unforeseen destiny."

At the heart of The Sleeping Prophet is the transition between youth and adulthood, examining themes of anger, intuition, fear, and the consequences of human decisions. Rather than simply presenting a collection of songs, CIVILIS uses the EP as another chapter in a larger narrative, allowing the music and conceptual storyline to develop alongside one another.

Musically, the release balances crushing modern metal textures with progressive songwriting and the melodic character of traditional heavy metal. Soaring vocals, intricate guitar work, shifting arrangements, and atmospheric elements create a sound that is both technically ambitious and emotionally focused.

With Chapter II: The Sleeping Prophet, CIVILIS continues to build upon the foundation established throughout their career while pushing their creative identity into increasingly darker and more expansive territory.

Backed by international media coverage and a growing audience beyond their home country, CIVILIS represents a new generation of Venezuelan metal artists bringing ambitious, concept-driven heavy music to an international audience.

The journey is not over. The Sleeping Prophet is the second chapter.