Aleah, also known as Aleah Starbridge, was a South African-born singer, songwriter, and musician, whose ethereal voice and poignant songwriting resonated deeply with fans of the alternative, Gothic, and doom metal scenes. Although she tragically passed away in 2016 at the young age of 39 after battling cancer, her musical output left a lasting impact on listeners and the genre as a whole.

Aleah's posthumous self-titled album "Aleah" was released in 2020, and encapsulated the haunting beauty of her voice and the deep introspection of her lyrics. Tracks such as "Sacrifice" and "Vapour" showcase her ability to weave dark, atmospheric soundscapes with her signature melodic sensibility. "Inverted Enlightenment" and "My Will" further embody the mystic and contemplative nature of her artistry, which was often marked by themes of existential reflection and the interplay between darkness and light. Despite her untimely death, Aleah's music continues to be discovered and cherished by a growing audience, ensuring her spirit and creative vision endure within the tapestry of music history.