Ungothly Places is a Vancouver, Canada-based metalcore band that was spawned from the viral “Goths in Ungothly Places” series, which has reached millions of viewers across social media. Led by Glen Clarke, frontman of 2 Shadows, the project brings the world behind those videos into the music itself, combining dark visual storytelling, goth culture, heavy music, and humor into one identity. They are sharing their debut single “No Shadows”, released on Rock Shop Records.
The song blends modern metalcore with gothic atmosphere, down-tuned guitars, electronic elements, and melodic hooks. Ungothly Places music sits somewhere between the worlds of metal, industrial, and dark alternative music. The track was produced by The Veer Union’s Crispin Earl.
Glen Clarke says “No Shadows” is about betrayal in its most raw reactionary form. It’s full of emotion and was written in the heat of the moment following a deeply personal experience. Shortly after returning from tour in 2024, I gathered my touring musicians, and we wrote our first ever song together. It came together super quickly and eventually grew into a collaboration with some of my closest friends, including members of The Veer Union.”
He continues ”Despite being such an aggressive song, I have incredibly fond memories of making it. There was so much laughter, camaraderie, and catharsis throughout the process. When I hear the song now, I don’t think about the betrayal anymore. I think about my friends and the amazing experience we shared bringing so many talented musicians together. Something that began in anger and frustration ultimately became a celebration of friendship and creativity.”
The band will release its first full-length album in spring 2027, followed by a North American tour in support of the record. While performing live, Ungothly Places will bring both new material and songs from the 2 Shadows catalogue to the stage, bridging the history of the old project with the beginning of a new and exciting era.
About Ungothly Places
Signed to Rock Shop Records, Clarke and Ungothly Places continues its creative partnership with producer Crispin Earl of The Veer Union, who produced the 2 Shadows catalogue and remains a key part of the sound behind the new project. 2 Shadows has amassed five million career audio streams, over two million YouTube views and 100 million Social Media content views; and the band has toured North America 3 times.
Official Website: https://www.ungothlyplaces.
