Quebec City progressive melodic death Born Divided returns with a thunderous new visual offering: the official music video for “Chronicle of a Shipwreck,” the title track from their sophomore album set for release on October 24th. Mixed and mastered by Chris Donaldson of Cryptopsy, the track plunges listeners into a dark, emotionally charged soundscape that showcases the band’s evolution and raw intensity.
Formed in 2020 by former members of Blinded by Faith, Tommy Demers (bass), Michaël Beaudoin (guitar), and Fred Bédard (guitar), Born Divided quickly cemented their place in the Québec metal scene. Joined by Lucas Biron (drums) and Maxim Levesque (vocals), the band debuted with 2022’s "Impending Doom," a seven-track barrage of precision and power. Now, with "Chronicle of a Shipwreck," they push deeper into their signature blend of epic orchestration, aggressive riffing, and progressive structure.
The new video captures the emotional devastation and triumph woven into the song’s DNA. With haunting Black Metal undertones and one of the album’s most soaring choruses, “Chronicle of a Shipwreck” is a visceral journey through chaos and catharsis. Vocalist Maxim Levesque delivers a standout performance, channeling both fury and fragility, while the band erupts into a storm of chaotic riffs and blast beats before returning to a triumphant reprise.
“This track represents everything we’ve built toward. It’s heavy, cinematic, and brutally honest, just like the album itself,” says bassist and founding member Tommy Demers.
The album features seven meticulously crafted songs selected from twelve original compositions, each offering a unique listening experience. From the emotionally rich opener “Everything Comes to an End” to the abyssal finale “Anxiety,” "Chronicle of a Shipwreck" is a sonic voyage through melody, aggression, and introspection. Lyrically penned by longtime collaborator Danny Emond, the record explores themes of collapse, resilience, and transformation.
Born Divided’s sound has drawn comparisons to Ne Obliviscaris, Scar Symmetry, Persefone, Dimmu Borgir, and Symphony X, fusing death, black, and heavy metal influences into a cohesive and compelling force. Their live performances match the intensity of their recordings, delivering precision, energy, and connection with every show.
The music video for “Chronicle of a Shipwreck” can be viewed at https://youtu.be/0LtUFyeaC-M
Add to your Spotify playlist - https://open.spotify.com/track/5VcfDE6DOkWaYau0xwZQsT
Album pre-order (out Oct 24th) - https://borndividedofficial.bandcamp.com/
Music Video - “Everything Comes to an End” - https://youtu.be/IVkHsg6vkk0