MONOCHROMATIC BLACK Unveil ‘Unrequited’ Guitar & Bass Play-Through Featuring Pierce Akers & Oliver Roach

New York, NY — Emerging from the creative chaos of New York’s underground, genre-bending outfit Monochromatic Black release their mesmerizing “Unrequited” guitar and bass play-through video today, performed by guitarist Pierce Akers and bassist Oliver Roach. The visual premiered alongside their fourth album Vehemence, offering fans an in-depth look at the band’s raw musical precision on track five—“Unrequited”—an instrumental centerpiece that fuses emotional vulnerability with technical intensity.

Clocking in at just over 3 minutes, the “Unrequited” play-through showcases Akers’ intricate riffing and Roach’s melodic bass undercurrents—together forming a haunting and emotive tapestry. As an instrumental piece, the track allows the duo to take center stage, emphasizing Monochromatic Black’s commitment to musicianship and narrative through tone and texture.

The video provides an unfiltered performance perspective, featuring close-up shots of both Akers and Roach in action—no studio gloss, just raw energy, rhythmic interplay, and immersive focus. The piece reflects themes of longing and absence captured across Vehemence, further amplifying its instrumental storytelling power.

In addition to “Unrequited”, Monochromatic Black’s Vehemence album includes standout tracks like Carnal and Specter, and highlights a dynamic lineup featuring vocalist Tanya Elizabeth, guitarist Pierce Akers, bassist Oliver Roach, and drummer Eddie DeCesare. Released in July 2025, the six-track album has garnered attention for its length, atmosphere, and high-headroom approach to emotional heaviness.

Monochromatic Black continues to push the boundaries of modern extreme music—merging dissonant textures, melodic structure, and conceptual depth into a cohesive and powerful aesthetic. Their instrumental play-through videos underscore a transparent creative process and fierce instrumental focus, making “Unrequited” a must-watch for fans and musicians alike.

Watch the full play-through video above, now streaming via Monochromatic Black’s official YouTube channel below!