An idea I had about a possible villain theme for an eventual Mass Effect Andromeda 2 release, unlikely I know, but still

VST libraries used in this track:
EW BT Twisted Textures
EW Hollywood Brass
EW Solo Violin
EW Symphonic Orchestra Gold
EW Voice of the Empire
EW Stormdrum 2
EW Piano gold benchstein
EW Hollywood Choir

Exalted Emperor

Kalisas' Desire

SMOKING AND VIBING

I dont really know exactly what genre this is, it’s just something I just let myself feel.

undermyskin (PROD YUNGRO$É)

end and beginning

Floating pt.2 (outro) [prod by MikeVince]

Lyrics:

[chorus]
training on the simulation,
damn I feel so stimulated.
homie what's the situation?
I'm just getting situated.
waiting for capitulation,
get my ops habituated.
there can't be no imitation
greatness can't be imitated.

[verse] (x2)
few and far between
would ever try to copy me
few and far between
make music like a coffee bean,
and you can't talk to me
if you don't got a lot of green
few and far between 
are great as me and Constantine

[chorus]
trading on the simulation,
damn I feel so stimulated.
homie what's the situation?
I'm just getting situated.
waiting for capitulation,
get my ops habituated.
there can't be no imitation
greatness can't be imitated.

[bridge]
few and far between
would ever try to copy me
few and far between
few and far between
few and far between
make music like a coffee bean
few and far between
few and far between

[verse]
training on the simulation,
damn I feel so stimulated.
homie what's the situation?
I'm just getting situated.
waiting for capitulation,
get my ops habituated.
there can't be no imitation
greatness can't be imitated.

[chorus]
playing on the 
playing on the simulation (x8)

Phantom Paradise - Greatness Can't Be Imitated

MUSICIANS 
John Beckmann: all music, and production
Lux Astralis, New York: recording studio
Tom Rogers: Atomix, Los Angeles: mastering

CANDY GIRL

get that shit outta here

Waves

Sprinkler Day

www.mortalprophets.com

“Anyone having trouble getting to, or staying, asleep should proceed with caution when playing The Mortal Prophets’ debut album around bedtime. The demonic intentions implied by the album’s name and defined by John Beckmann … coil each selection in menacing directions, bringing fresh, often frightening twists to these standards. Be aware - when you engulf yourself in these riveting, uncompromising performances. They are not for the squeamish.”
- American Songwriter

The Mortal Prophets blur the boundaries between reality and reverie, crafting soundscapes that pulse with cinematic intensity and lyrical mysticism. Led by enigmatic frontman and songwriter John Beckmann, the group emerged in 2022 from New York’s eclectic underground with their debut EP, “Stomp the Devil,” swiftly capturing attention for their innovative blend of blues-infused psychedelia, dream pop textures, and ambient atmospherics.

Known for their lush orchestrations and haunting vocals, The Mortal Prophets channel diverse influences—from the dark romanticism of Leonard Cohen and the poetic introspection of Nick Drake, to the avant-garde experimentation reminiscent of Brian Eno. Their music feels simultaneously timeless and deeply contemporary, echoing classic motifs while consistently exploring uncharted sonic terrains.

Their discography has rapidly expanded, encompassing seven full-length albums, including the acclaimed “French Summer,” featuring Anaïs de Nerval. Described as a hallucinatory journey steeped in European cinematic nostalgia and analog warmth, the record showcased Beckmann’s distinctive lyrical storytelling paired with a dreamlike ambiance. The collaboration hinted at deeper artistic mysteries, inviting listeners into a world both surreal and profoundly evocative.

Through their evolving discography, Beckmann and his collaborators continue to defy easy classification, positioning themselves as architects of an otherworldly sonic mythology—one that resonates deeply with those drawn to the enigmatic fringes of modern music.

CANDY GIRL

Mortal Prophets

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