CARMERIA is excited to announce the release of their new music video for “The Hoping Heart,” a standout track from their 2024 hit album, Tragédie D’amour. The video captures the electric atmosphere of their sold-out hometown show, bringing an intimate live performance experience to fans worldwide.

“The Hoping Heart” has emerged as a fan-favorite, experiencing a significant surge in popularity in the months leading up to CARMERIA’s album tour. Jordan von Grae, the band’s lead vocalist and creative force, shares, “Back in November, we had the privilege of touring our 2024 album, Tragédie D’amour. We were surprised to see a major surge in popularity for the 9th track on the record, ‘The Hoping Heart’. We had long considered the idea of shooting a film clip during one of our live sets, and with the album tour looming and ‘The Hoping Heart’ now being the best-performing track on the album behind the singles, the choice was made. The hometown show of our album tour ended up being a sell-out, and with the immensely talented Jack Pallett [Pallett Design] and her team, we were able to bring this vision to life.”

Filmed at The Vanguard in Newtown, the video showcases CARMERIA’s dynamic performance, capturing the raw energy and emotion of the live show. The video was produced by Jordan von Grae and Mishka Bobrov, with filming led by Jack Pallett, Bradley Stokes, and Raphael Smith. Jack Pallett, renowned for her expertise in visual storytelling, also took on the editing responsibilities, ensuring that every moment of the performance was perfectly encapsulated.

The audio track for “The Hoping Heart” features the full force of CARMERIA’s musical prowess, with all elements written, arranged, and produced by Jordan von Grae. The track was expertly mixed by Voya at Morava Audio and mastered by Miro Mastering, highlighting the band’s attention to detail and commitment to sonic excellence.

Makeup and hair for the video were masterfully handled by Kimba Conroy of White Lion Cosmetica, adding an extra layer of polish to the band’s stunning visual presentation.

With the release of the music video for “The Hoping Heart,” CARMERIA not only celebrates the success of Tragédie D’amour but also continues to connect with their audience through powerful visuals and live performance energy.

CARMERIA is: 
Since reforming with a new line-up in 2018, the band has been on a momentous warpath through the Australian music scene. CARMERIA’s debut album Advenae (2021) saw the 5-piece garner international acclaim, culminating in a successful east coast tour of their home country in 2022. The following years saw the ensemble write and record their 2nd opus, Tragédie D’amour, which was released in August, 2024. The new album was received positively by fans and music critics alike, with several reputable outlets commending the band on their polished production, and their seamless blend of symphonic metal and gothic rock. As of 2025, CARMERIA are showing no signs of slowing down with their new acoustic EP, Trinity: Volume I, due for release on the 14th of February.

Members:
Jordan von Grae – Vocals | Principal Lyricist & Songwriter | Producer
Jerry Zahija – Guitars
Mishka Bobrov – Keys | Additional Backing Vocals
Emma Louise Nagy – Bass | Secondary Vocals | Acoustic Guitars