Casualties Of Cool

Experimental Country-Noir Duo

Casualties of Cool is an experimental country and blues project formed by Canadian musician Devin Townsend and Che Aimee Dorval. The band's self-titled debut album was released on May 14, 2014. Townsend, known for his prolific music career and diverse range of musical styles, including heavy metal with Strapping Young Lad and progressive metal with the Devin Townsend Project, embarked on this side project to explore a more serene and atmospheric sound that deviates from his usual high-energy productions. The album "Casualties of Cool" features a blend of dark ambient themes with country elements, showcasing both Townsend's and Dorval's vocal abilities. The project was crowdfunded through a successful campaign on the platform PledgeMusic, which allowed them to produce the album independently from traditional record label constraints. The reception to the album was generally positive, with praise for its unique sound and artistic direction.