Out of the darkness and on the heels of their Mortal Deluxe Album announcement, Daedric returns with “Night Mother,” the first single from their upcoming full-length sophomore album. “Night Mother” was the first track to go into production for the new album, and it set the tone in the most chaotic way possible. Creative differences, technical issues, and behind-the-scenes struggles made the process feel more like a disaster than a starting point.
But through the turmoil, they knew they had something special. Rob’s initial track idea was inspiring, and Kristyn Hope’s vocal approach brought fresh energy to the song. The struggle was worth it—the final result was so powerful that “Night Mother” became the album’s first single.
Lyrically, “Night Mother” explores themes of deception, blind trust, and painful disillusionment. It tells the story of someone who placed complete faith in another, only to realize they had been manipulated.
Originally titled “Nails,” “Night Mother” also took inspiration from Chinese opera. While some of the high-pitched vocal elements were toned down in the final mix, remnants of that stylistic influence remain. Sonically, the track serves as a bridge between Daedric’s debut album and their evolving sound, blending dark electronic elements with a modern metalcore edge.
At its core, “Night Mother” ties into the album’s overarching theme of free will versus fate. Was the protagonist truly making their own choices, or were they unknowingly controlled? The song captures the weight of that realization, blending betrayal, loss of autonomy, and self-awareness into one of the album’s most emotionally charged moments.
Daedric is an alternative rock and metal project led by vocalist and artist Kristyn Hope, alongside producers Clay Schroeder and Geoff Rockwell.