The Funeral Portrait

The band originally formed under the name Cosmoscope and began their musical journey in 2013. During this year, they released a cover of NSYNC's "It’s Gonna Be Me," showcasing their ability to reinterpret popular music. They also released an album titled "Hero or Menace," marking their first full-length music contribution under this initial moniker. These early works laid the foundation for their evolving sound and set the stage for their later transformation into The Funeral Portrait.

In 2014, the band rebranded themselves as The Funeral Portrait, marking a significant shift in their artistic identity. Later that year, they released their debut EP titled "For the Dearly Departed" under Revival Recordings. This EP explored the emotional stages of grief through their music, signaling their thematic and musical ambitions. The release introduced listeners to their blend of emotional hardcore, punk rock, and theatrical elements, quickly distinguishing them in the rock scene.

Building on the momentum of their EP, The Funeral Portrait released their first full-length album "A Moment of Silence" in 2016, also through Revival Recordings. This album delved into themes surrounding what happens after death, continuing the band's exploration of profound emotional and existential topics. The album solidified their presence in the rock genre, enhancing their reputation for combining heavy music with theatrical storytelling and emotional depth.

The year 2023 was notable for the band's career as they signed with Better Noise Music, a significant label change that brought new opportunities and resources. Under this label, they released the EP "Sounds from Beyond the Abyss, Vol. 1," which featured covers of Gary Jules' "Mad World" and Radiohead's "Creep," the latter released as a single in collaboration with the Hot Topic Foundation. These releases showcased the band's capacity to honor influential songs while infusing their own style. The EP also introduced "The Icons," a series of symbolic characters linked to their music videos and public image, deepening their theatrical presentation.

In 2024, The Funeral Portrait achieved significant mainstream success. Their single "Suffocate City," featuring Spencer Charnas from Ice Nine Kills, reached number one on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. This milestone marked their breakthrough in the wider rock music market. The band also toured as an opener for major acts including Five Finger Death Punch and Marilyn Manson during their North American summer tour. Their live performances, dubbed "Devotion Ceremonies," became noted for their elaborate staging, theatricality, and engagement with audiences, reinforcing their reputation as a dynamic live act within the rock community.