DREAMS OF GRAY Release Lyric Video for “Across the Endless Sea” From The New EP A Beginning, Out Now

Watch “Across The Endless Sea” HERE

Chicago’s melodic extreme metal force DREAMS OF GRAY has unveiled the lyric video for “Across the Endless Sea”, one of the most dynamic and ambitious songs from their new EP A Beginning, released today and available HERE.

“Across the Endless Sea” surges with blistering speed while retaining the melodic depth that defines DREAMS OF GRAY. The track features multiple vocal styles, soaring choruses born from fresh approaches to melody, and even subtle elements of black metal guitar reimagined in service of the band’s vision. The result is a powerful, emotionally charged song that explores the interconnectedness of life and how each of us is part of a greater journey, linked to both the living and those who came before.

A Beginning marks a new chapter for DREAMS OF GRAY. Originally conceived as Rivera’s solo project following a long hiatus from music, the Chicago-based physician and former member of ABOLISHER returns with renewed intensity. Now a practicing Family Medicine doctor, Rivera channels the same commitment to healing into his art, crafting music that resonates with themes of grief, resilience, and existential reflection.

On A Beginning, Rivera is joined by an impressive lineup of collaborators: Maria Kosma (bass), Nicole Trinchero (drums on the title track), and Scott Elliot, who provided drum programming, engineering, mixing, and mastering for “Across the Endless Sea” and “Beyond the Sky.” Josh Middleton also contributed engineering and mastering on the opening track “A Beginning.”

About DREAMS OF GRAY:

DREAMS OF GRAY is the melodic extreme metal project of Chicago-based musician and physician Luis Rivera. Blending elements of melodic death, doom, thrash, and traditional heavy metal, the music is as emotionally resonant as it is sonically intense. Founded in 2022, DREAMS OF GRAY quickly made an impact with the independently released debut EP The World After in 2023, earning critical acclaim across the international metal press.

Known for its compelling fusion of melody and heaviness, DREAMS OF GRAY stands out for intelligent songwriting, deeply human lyricism, and an uncompromising creative vision. Rivera’s music confronts themes of loss, grief, resilience, and existential reflection—delivered through dynamic vocals and powerful, layered instrumentation.

Now joined by a cast of talented collaborators, DREAMS OF GRAY continues to evolve with the upcoming EP A Beginning (2025), a bold and immersive follow-up that further refines the project’s genre-defying sound. Whether you’re drawn to the introspection of OPETH, the melodic fire of IN FLAMES, or the weight of PARADISE LOST, DREAMS OF GRAY offers something uniquely honest and unforgettable in today’s extreme metal landscape.

Connect With DREAMS OF GRAY:

Bandcamp: https://dreamsofgray.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Dreams-of-Gray-100090219272895/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreamsofgray/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dreamsofgray
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/10SZBmhCP8bJHMX5lyCshB
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dreams-of-gray/1662301376