Emerging Artist Reviews

EP Review: Voice Of Glass "Epos"

by The Metalverse

Updated January 16, 2026

Nevada metal act Voice Of Glass have just released their newest EP Epos on January 16th, 2026.

The EP begins with This World Is Broken - Remix which explores a skewed reality filled with injustices. Ambient guitar melodies and orchestral strings build a melodic sound as soaring vocals quickly create a theatrical sound with chiming bells, slamming drums, and a focus on symphonic elements. The band's gothic atmospheres create a huge sense of space, blending hard rock and metal with a grandiose musical style.

Next is Soteria, which introduces itself with humming pads and clean progressive guitar melodies that have a slight jazz influence. Melancholy vocals float through the mix as gentle drums and instrumentals continue the prog-metal sound. Shredding guitar leads grow in intensity as tones change from clean to distorted and hard-hitting. I really enjoy the depth that Epos creates in their music, letting atmospheres breathe as ambient noise is contrasted by gothic orchestral elements and blistering metal leads. Catchy vocals soar throughout the track, delivered by vocalist Olya Meek creating memorable hooks that are almost operatic.

Henosis begins with groovy drums and bouncing clean guitar tones that are soon joined by infectious vocal melodies. Guitarist David Meek introduces echoing guitar riffage that has a slight progressive vibe to it while staying slightly distant and reverbed in the mix, creating a sense of depth and spaciousness. For the first time of the EP so far, male vocals are introduced (which I assume is from David Meek), creating a new sense of contrast between the male and female vocal dynamic. At it's 6 minute runtime, Henosis takes the listener on a journey as instrumentals evolve and vocals grow in intensity.

The Phoenix starts with heavily distorted guitar before layering cleaner guitar harmonies over it. Slamming drums make way for vocals to join the fray, utilizing more of the opera-esque belting vocals. I really enjoy the way that Voice Of Glass introduce and take out vocals, allowing ample time for both and giving room for instruments to breathe while keeping varying dynamics. A guitar solo is brought to life as distinct metal chugs create a heavy backbone before ending with a final chorus.

The Ancient of Days brings back clear progressive/experimental influences as atmospheric guitar and funky drums create an alternative sound. Rising guitar melodies are met by bursts of high vocals that build a variety of energy levels. The Ancient of Days has a sound that at times gave me a vibe that was somewhere between psychedelic and tribal, building on the prog influences from earlier in the EP.

The EP comes to a theatrical close as This World Is Broken - Instrumental brings back the first song in a new light. The fully instrumental version gives a new perspective as orchestral arrangements are put to the front, making this feel like an epic gothic soundtrack fit for a castle. There is a lot to listen for, despite the lack of vocals, and the instrumental version lets you really appreciate the catchy melodies and strings that were less noticeable before.

Overall, Voice of Glass creates a polished EP with Epos that blends gothic, symphonic, hard rock, and progressive influences into an approachable sound. You can stream Epos available on all platforms now!