Dissonance Productions has confirmed the upcoming release of “Bridge To Resolution”, the debut solo album from Shane Embury — best known as the longtime bassist and songwriter for Napalm Death. The record is set to arrive on CD and vinyl on June 5.
Written and recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic, “Bridge To Resolution” stands as a deeply personal statement from Shane Embury. With touring on hold, the Napalm Death bassist found himself in an unexpected period of introspection, facing questions about identity, family, and creativity.
Influenced by the psychological idea of “shadow integration” — the process of confronting and embracing the darker sides of one’s personality — the album traces a path from inner turmoil toward clarity and resolution, capturing a transformative chapter in Embury’s life.
The eight tracks that make up “Bridge To Resolution” unveil a very different dimension of Shane Embury’s musical identity. Best known for his role in extreme metal with Napalm Death, here he leans into his long-standing passion for atmospheric goth and post-punk, drawing inspiration from acts like Cocteau Twins, Killing Joke and The Mission.
The result is a reflective and expansive collection of songs, built around a rich blend of synthesizers, guitars, bass and layered vocals, showcasing a more introspective and textured side of his artistry.
Joining Shane Embury on “Bridge To Resolution” is Carl Stokes (ex-Cancer, Groundhogs, Current 93) on drums, while production is overseen by Simon Efemey, known for his work with Paradise Lost, Crowbar and Amorphis.
Embury himself handles all guitar and bass duties, with the album capturing the surge of creativity that emerged during a period marked by personal struggle and deep introspection.
Joining Napalm Death in 1987, Shane Embury has become the band’s longest-serving member, appearing on 15 of their 16 studio albums. Although the group initially puzzled sections of the media, they went on to achieve worldwide recognition, fueled in part by the backing of John Peel.
Widely regarded as pioneers of grindcore, Napalm Death helped define a sound built on blistering speed, intensity, and ultra-short song structures.
“Bridge To Resolution” track listing
01. Spasm Prayer
02. The Dreaming Abyss
03. Bridge To Resolution
04. Thorns In Despair
05. How To Corrode Memories
06. Illusion Guillotine
07. Taurus
08. The Gift Of Shame Wrapped In Guilt
