GENRE; Dark Wave/ Hard Rock/ Metal Core/ Nu Metal/ Rock

RELEASE DATE; 05 February, 2026

RATING; 4/5

Cries of Redemption “This Is What It Feels Like” is a single that grabs your attention from the very first note. Ed Silva’s project has always been about pushing boundaries, and here he teams up with Maria Duque to take the sound in a bold new direction. The mix of NuMetal grit and Broadway-style drama makes it stand out immediately, and while you might think of Evanescence or Lacuna Coil for a second, this is unmistakably COR.

Maria Duque steals the show. Her choruses, layered in what the band calls a “six-voice harmony,” are powerful and theatrical without ever feeling overdone. You can hear her growth not just as a vocalist but as a someone who really loves what she does, she’s shaping the track as much as she’s performing it. That dual role gives the single an energy and focus that’s rare in independent releases, and it’s easy to see why the band has spotlighted her contributions.

Ed Silva’s guitars and arrangements provide the backbone, but it’s the small details that make the track shine. The string ensemble adds texture, and the production—modern but not over-polished, it keeps the song feeling alive. You can tell this is a project with history; every riff and melody feels intentional, a mix of years of experience and experimentation.

“This Is What It Feels Like” isn’t just another release. It’s a statement that Cries of Redemption is evolving, and Maria Duque is central to that evolution. If you follow experimental rock, NuMetal, or just good music that dares to try something new, this track deserves a listen. It’s emotional, dramatic, and unforgettable—the kind of song that sticks with you long after it ends.

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