Viamaer/In lumine lunae/2026 Full Length Review

 

  Viamaer  are  a  solo  project  from  Poland  that  plays  a  mixture  of  post  black  metal  and  shoegaze  and  this  is  a  review  of  his  self  released  album  "In  lumine  lunae"  which  will b e  released  in  2026.

  Clean  playing  starts  off  the  album  before  going  into  more  of  a  heavier  and  melodic  direction  while  some  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length.  Clear  singing  is  also  utilized  at  times  along  with  the  harsh  vocals  being  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  and  the  music  also  adds  in  a  lot  of  shoegaze  touches.

  When  guitar  solos  and  leads  are  utilized  they  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  post  metal  style  while  the  faster  sections  of  the  songs  also  add  in a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast beats  which  also  gives  the  album  more  of  a  feeling.  At  times  the  music  also  goes  into  an  atmospheric  direction  along  with  the  recording  also  adding  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts

   All  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  as  well  as  a  couple  of  tracks  also  being  instrumentals,  one  song  also  adds  in  a  brief  use  of  spoken  words  and  the  album  is  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  modern  era  of  the  genre.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  are  written  in  Polish and  cover  emotional  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Viamaer  is  a  very  great  sounding  atmospheric  mixture  of  post  black  metal  and  shoegaze  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  those  musical  genres,  you  should  check  out  this  solo  project.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "In  excitatione  terrae"  "Dimensio  mortis"  and  "Smnaragdus  somnium".  8  out  of  10.

  https://youtu.be/Yj4FKGjjNek

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Archon/Self Titled/Consecrated Abyss Recordings/2025 Full Length Review

 

  Archon  are  a  solo  project from  Portland,  Oregon  that  plays  a  very atmospheric  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  his  self  titled  2025  album  which  was  released  by  Consecrated  Abyss  Recordings.

  Synths  start  off  the  album  which  also  mixes  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  songs  at  times  while  a  couple  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length.  Melodies  are  also  added  into  some  of  the  guitar  riffing  along  with  the  vocals  being  mostly  black  metal  screams  and  all  of  the  drum  beats  are  programmed.

  When  the  music  speeds  up  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats  can  be  heard  which  also  gives  the  album  more  of  raw  feeling.  At  times  the  recording  also  captures  a  very  lo-fi  atmosphere  along  with  the  tracks  also  having  their  atmospheric  moments  as  well  as  the  songs  also  adding  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts

   When  guitar  solos  and  leads  are  utilized  they  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style  along  with  the  music  also  being  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  modern  era  of  the  genre  and  one  song  also  adds  in  a  brief  use  of  acoustic  guitars,  the  closing  track  is  also  an  instrumental.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  cover  dark  and  cosmic  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Archon  are  a  very  great  sounding  atmospheric  black  metal  solo  project  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  'Amnesia"  and  "Claustrophobia".  8  out  of  10.

  https://xxarchonxx.bandcamp.com/album/archon

  

Baneful Tongue Interview

 

1.For those that have never heard of you before, can you tell us a little bit about the solo project?

1. Baneful Tongue is a Blackened Death Metal project. The project spawned out of the blue in 2023. A sudden spur of inspiration gave birth to some new riffs that did not fit anywhere in my projects at the time. I was determined that I would perform and record all the instruments. 

2.Recently you have released a full length, can you tell us a little bit more about the musical style that you went for on the recording?

2. The musical style kind of happened on its own. I did have in mind somewhat of a direction I wanted, if I were to make a new project. Bands like Teitanblood, Howls of Ebb, Black Curse sort of gave birth and inspired a more sinister "straightforward" sharp riffing. Not that those forementioned bands are "straightforward" but I wanted something less atmospheric and fast paced.

3.Previously you have recorded music under the name 'Nemesis', how does the music of 'Baneful Tongue', differ from your previous project?

3. With Nemesis, both the demo and the debut record, the songwriting is more elusive and atmospheric, there are plenty of riffs but the whole sound is more shrouded in dread and atmosphere. The Nemesis demo being the most primitive, Nemesis debut album kinda ramped up the dissonance and chaotic nature in terms of songwriting. With Baneful Tongue I wanted more of a straightforward approach, no holds barred mentality. 

4.You also have experience playing doom and stoner metal with one of your previous bands, how do you feel the black and death metal styles you currently work with differ from the material you recorded with that group?

4. There are some similarities and some apparent differences. I feel, for me, the only difference is perhaps how the music is portrayed and performed. I like extreme music, and I believe extreme music comes in different forms. With Dunbarrow we went extreme in that regard in that we wrote exactly what music we wanted and we played it how we wanted no matter how unconventional it perhaps was perceived. We went for the protodoom obscure approach, rather than the more conventional 70's retro rock direction. It would be inane to say that that band had black metal elements but there are some parts and some songs that make me feel and also channel the darker influences. Take "Feberdrøm" for example, its just two acoustic guitars playing together but the chords and how the different sections connect, conveys a certain mood that I can trace to my own projects. Me and one of the other guitar players played that piece of music live together.

5.What are some of the lyrical topics and subjects you have explored so far with this project?

5. I do not consider myself a poet or a particularly good lyricist, nor a poett. I do try my best to read different litterature. The lyrics for this particular album are inspired by a lot of things and cover different themes. We all suffer, in one way or another, and suffering I think functions as a connective tissue. Suffering portrayed through music and lyrics provokes and incites some sort of connection between us. Some lyrics on this album were written in spur of the moment, and some kept as is. For me it is not that important to bring forth a message so to speak, it's more about how I view the world and fits with the music. Lyrics to me are about personal introspection, processing of certain emotions and thoughts. I would say though that the recurring theme throughout these six songs is severe criticism of religion and the flaws of Man, and the idols these people kneel before. I find it baffling what lengths people go to for what they call "salvation" and "heaven above".

6.What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Baneful Tongue'?

6. Baneful Tongue is a name that, especially Baneful, was inspired by The Baneful Choir and the lyrical themes of DsO. I do not have any shame admitting my influences and try to be elusive. I find inspiration everywhere and I at least try to make it my own. I feel the name fits together with the musical expression of the album. It is sharp, poisonous and vile. For me at least, it has a certain ring to it. Baneful Tongue was the second thing I created after the first song, which coincidentally is the first song of the album.

7.In the band logo you have a sigil, do you have any interest in Occultism?

7. I have always found Occultism fascinating. And sigils, I find very intriguing and powerful. I am not a religious person, at all, but I like to believe that there is something, an unknown that makes us make art, in all shapes and forms. It can be litterature, music, paintings and the like. With Satan being the fallen angel, rejected for his rebellious ways, I do relate to that symbolism but not religiously. And for me, I channel my inner demons and project them through the dark arts in a musical form.

8.Can you tell us a little bit more about the artwork that is presented on the new album cover?

8. The artwork, excellently crafted by Belial Necroarts (Nuno Zuki). I had some imagery in mind and with the help of Belial Necroarts, we conjured this artwork together. I had in mind some sort of demon, an entity of the nightmarish sort. For certain periods of my life I struggled with having waking nightmares, hypnagogic hallucinations, very vividly. It felt poetic having an elusive slithery demon portrayed as the artwork.

9.With this project you record everything by yourself but have experience working with musicians in another band, do you prefer to work solo?

9. I have a lot of experience now, working solo and in a band setting. I have recorded several records in band settings, been on a lot of tours round and about. Later years I have found working by myself as freeing. I would love to try and practice and perhaps do some live shows with Baneful Tongue. Yet have I made the effort, nor is it a high priority as of right now  Working and writing solo sort of happened through the years out of practicality because of the lack of people interested in making this sort of music I make, and also lack of connections to be blunt. Writing solo is convenient, there are no compromises to be made and you do not have to adjust anything for anyone. Of course writing and composing with a band has its charm and magic to it. Also having input and different takes of riffs and song parts are both rewarding and fruitful. Where I am personally and musically today, I find it rewarding to write whatever I want, and in the tempo I want and need. I have learned to be more critical of my riffs and sketches when I start writing. The way I write music though is very streamlined and focused, and I usually have a song ready pretty early. I try to write music every day.

10.Currently you are unsigned, are you looking for a label or have received any interest?

10. Yes that is right. In this day and age there are probably thousands of OneManBands and they all want that record deal. I am one of them. You do end up sending a lot of emails to labels you see yourself as both a good fit and also labels that you really like and respect. So either the labels do not respond or they respond with that they do not have the time for another band/project. Which is fine, and understandable, and how the industry works. I do hope to be on a label one day with this project. So maybe if the word gets around, maybe a label will be willing to cooperate with me. I do this for myself, so it is a victory of sorts that I get to the point of releasing the music I make. I have a lot of music stored on my harddrive.

11.On a worldwide level how has the reaction been to your music by fans of black and death metal?

11. I do feel the general consensus of the reaction is positive, and I, of course, really appreciate that. I never expect positive responses, music, and especially the genre I operate in, the fans are particularly invested and passionate. A cool Youtube channel (Odium Nostrum) took its liberty and uploaded the album, which I think is a good sign.

12.Where do you see yourself heading into as a musician during the future?

12. There is a lot of cool music I am looking forward to releasing. With Baneful Tongue I have a second album well under way, also an EP is in its infantile stages. The next Baneful Tongue installments will be more downtuned and brutal, faster and slower. Maybe those releases will make somewhat of an impact in this fruitful genre. Currently Nemesis is not on a label, but I do have two albums that are completed in regards to the music, only lyrics and recording it properly awaits. I haven't yet decided if Nemesis will have programmed drums or drums played by myself.

Musically I also operate under the names of The Sacrifice and Joy Heads, The Sacrifice being a proto/70s rock band and Joy Heads being proto-punk a la Joy Division, The Smiths and the likes. As a "live musician" I do perhaps have some cool gigs but nothing is announced yet, so I cannot speak of it.

13.What are some of the bands or musical styles that have had an influence on your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?

13. Depending on the project but regarding Baneful Tongue, I would have to cite Teitanblood, Black Curse, Howls of Ebb and DsO. I would have to mention Leviathan (USBM), DsO, Svartidaudi, Taake regarding Nemesis. Currently I am listening a lot to Krzysztof Penderecki, Car Bomb, Teitanblood, Deathspell Omega, Mithras, Witchcrafts debut album, Phurpa, Altarage, Rope Sect. Penderecki has a particularly musical impact as of late, I have listened to him and his works for some time. It invokes certain emotions and reactions, Utrenja and Die Teufel von Loudun being prominent.

14.Before we wrap up this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts? 

14. I want to thank you for both this interview and review of my album. A cool experience to be able to speak my mind through these questions. World, keep on suffering!

https://banefultongue.bandcamp.com/album/baneful-tongue

Aether/Verfallsschem/Amor Fati Productions/2025 Full Length Review

 

  Aether  are  a  band from  Germany  that  has  had  music  reviewed  before  in  this  zine  and  on  this  recording  goes  for  a  very  melancholic  and  nihilistic  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2025  album  "Verfallsschem"  which  will  be  released  on  December  18th  by  Amor  Fati  Productions.

  Synths  start  off  the  album  start  off  the  album  and  also  mixes  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  songs  at  times.  Most  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length  while  the  faster  sections  of  the  recording  also  add  in  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast b eats  which  also  gives  the  music  more  of  a r aw  feeling.

  When  guitar  solos  and  leads  are  utilized  they  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style while  the  songs  also  add  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  Vocals  are  mostly  depressive  black  metal  screams  along  with  all  of  the  musical  instruments  also  having  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them.

  

   Melodies  are  also  added  into  some  of  the  guitar  riffing  as  well  as  the  solos  and  leads  also  being  done  in  a  very  melodic  style,  spoken  words  can  also  be  heard  briefly  and  the  closing  track  also  adds  in  a  small  amount  of  acoustic  guitars.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  are  written  in  German  and  cover  melancholy  and  nihilism  themes.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Aether  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  melancholic  and  nihilistic  black  metal,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RCOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Die  alte  Stunde"  and  "Ins  Nichts...".  8  out  of  10.

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Omnia Malis Est/OME/Broken Bones Promotion & Productions/2025 Full Length Review

 

  Omnia  Malis  Est  is  a  solo  project  from  Italy  that  plays  a  very  instrumental,  atmospheric  and  ambient  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  his  2025  album  "OME"  which  was  released  by  Broken  Bones  Promotion  &  Productions.

  Nau=re  synths  and  ambient  style  synths  start  off  the  album  and  also  mixes  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  track  at  times.  The  only  song  that  is  present  on  this  recording  is  also  almost  one  hour  in  length  while  all  of  the  music  sticks  to  an  instrumental  direction  and  is  also  divided  into  3  different  chapters.

  The  synths  also  add  in  a  variety  of  amount  sounding  keys  while  the  solos  and  leads  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style.  Melodies  are  also  added  into  some  of  the  guitar  riffing  along  with  the  music  also  adding  in  an  atmosphere  suitable  for  meditation  and  the  whole  album  also  sticks  to  either  a  slow  or  mid  tempo  direction.

  Omnia  Malis  Est  plays  a  musical  style  that  takes  and  atmospheric  form  of  black  metal  and  mixes  it  with  ambient  to  create  a  sound  of  his  own  as  well  as  keeping  everything  instrumental  while  the  production  also  sounds  very  dark.

  In  my  opinion  Omnia  Malis  Est  is  a  very  great  sounding  instrumental  mixture  of  ambient  and  atmospheric  black  metal  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  those  musical  genres,  you  should  check  out  this  solo  project. 8  out  of  10.

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaieheuY_JE&pp=ygUbb21uaWEgbWFsaXMgZXN0IG9tZSB0cmFpbGVy

    

Everlasting Torment/Dissection Of Faith/Dmnatio ad Bestias/2024 EP Review

 

  Everlasting  Torment  is  a  solo  project  from  Spain  that  plays  a  very  old  school  form  of  black  metal  with  a  touch  of  death  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  his  2024  ep  "Dissection  Of  Faith"  which  was  released  by  Damnatio  ad  Bestia.

  A  very  dark  yet  heavy  sound  starts  off  the  ep  while  all  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length.  Melodies  are  also  utilized  at  times  along  with  some  of  the  riffing  also  adding  in  elements  of  death  metal  and  when  the  music  speeds  up  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast b eats  can  be  heard  which  also  gives  the  recording  more  of  a  raw  feeling.

  Vocals  are  mostly  black  metal  screams  mixed  in  with  a  few  growls  while  the  recording  also  adds  in a   good  amount  of  old  school  touches.  All  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  along  with  the  songs  also  adding  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts,  when  guitar  leads  are  utilized  they  are  also  done  in  a  melodic  style  as  well  as  one  track  also  adding  in  a  brief  use  of  spoken  words  and  the  whole  recording  also  sticks  to  a  heavier  direction.

  Everlasting  Torment  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  aggressive  in  the  classic  era  of  the  genre  as  well  as  adding  in  elements  of  death  metal  to  create  a  sound  of  his  own.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  th e lyrics  are  a  concept  album  based  upon  the  final  moments  of  the  Apocalypse  and  Humanity's  Damnation.

  In  my  opinion  Everlasting  Torment  are  a  very  great  sounding  old  school  black  metal  solo  project  with  elements  of  death  metal  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  ep.  RECOMMENDED  TRACK  "With  Rotten  Wings  I  Fly".  8  out  of  10.

https://everlastingtorment.bandcamp.com/album/dissection-of-faith

  

Imperi De Tenebra/Miravet MCCCVIII – Sobre el Setge i Posterior Caiguda de l’Ordre dels Pobres Cavallers de Crist/Eternal Juggernaut Records/2025 Full Length Review

 

  Imperi  De  Tenebra  are  a  band  from  Spain  that  plays  a  very  raw  form  of  black  metal  with  elements  of  dark  ambient  and  dungeon  synth  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2025  album  "Miravet MCCCVIII  –  Sobre  el  Setge  i  Posterior  Caiguda  de  l’Ordre  dels  Pobres  Cavallers  de  Crist"  which  was  released  by  Eternal  Juggernaut  Records.

  A  very  dark  yet  heavy  sound  starts  off  the  album  while  a  couple  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length.  Vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  along  with  the  faster  sections  of  the  songs  also  adding  in  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats  which  also  gives  the  music  more  of  a  raw  feeling.

  At  times  the  recording  also  captures  a  very  lo-fi  atmosphere  while  the  songs  also  add  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  All  of  the  riffing  is  also  done  on  power  chords  along  with  the  album  also  avoiding  the  use  of  any  melodies  and  the  closing  track  is  a  synth  orientated  intro  which  brings  in  elements  of  dark  ambient  and  dungeon  synth.

  Imperi  De  Tenebra  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  raw  and  lo-fi  sounding.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  are  written  in  Catalan  and  cover  the  siege  and  surrender  of  Miravet  Castle  after  the  Templars  where  betrayed  and  persecuted  by  the  Pope  and  King  of  France.

  In  my  opinion  Imperi  De  Tenebra  are  a  very  great  sounding  raw  black  metal b and  with  elements  of  dark  ambient  and  dungeon  synth  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  those  musical  genres,  you  should  check  out  this  recording.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Sobre  la  cruenta persecució  de  Climent  V"  and  "Crònica  dels  dotze  mesos  de  resistència  enfront  l'acusació d'heretgia".  8  out  of  10.

  https://imperidetenebra.bandcamp.com/album/miravet-mcccviii-sobre-el-setge-i-posterior-caiguda-de-l-ordre-dels-pobres-cavallers-de-crist

    

Greve/Bleknat Bortom Evig Tid/Purity Through Fire/2025 Full Length Review

 

  Sweden's  Greve  have  returned  with  a  new  recording  which  shows  the  music  going  for  an  atmospheric  and  old  school  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2025  album  "Bleknat  Bortom  Evig  Tid"  which  will  be  released  on  December  6th  by  Purity  Through  Fire.

  A  very  dark  sounding  intro  starts  off  the  album  before  going  into  a  very  fast  and  raw  musical  direction  which  also  utilizes  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats.  Melodies  are  also  added  into  a  lot  of  the  guitar  riffing  while  the  vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  and  keyboards  are  mixed  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  songs  and  also  gives  the  recording  more  of  an  atmospheric  touch.

  Most  of  the  music  is  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  mid  90's  era  while  the  solos  and  leads  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style.  All  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  along  with  the  songs  also  adding  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts,  a  great  portion  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length  as  well  as  some  growls  also  being  utilized  at  times  and  one  track  also  adds  in  a  brief  use  of  spoken  words.

  On  this  recording  Greve  brings  out  a  very  aggressive  and  atmospheric  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  mid  90's  Scandinavian  tradition.  The  production  sounds  very  raw  and  old  school  while  the  lyrics  are  written  in  Swedish  and  cover  darkness  and  death  themes.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Greve  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  old  school  and  atmospheric  black  metal,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Livets  fjatter  brista'  and  "Bleknat  bortom  evig  tid".  8  out  of  10.

  www.purity-through-fire.com 

Nel Buio/Self Titled/Avantgarde Music/2025 Full Length Review

 

  Nel  Buio  are  a  band  from  Italy  that  has  had  music  reviewed  before  in  this  zine  and  plays  a mixture  of  black  metal  and  darkwave  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  self  titled  2025  album  which  will  be  released  on  December  5th  by  Avantgarde  Music.

  Synths  start  off  the  album  and  also  mixes  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  songs  at  times  while  also  adding  in  elements  of  darkwave.  Programmed  beats  are  also  utilized  at  times  along  with  the  riffs  also  adding  in  a  great  amount  of  melody  and  the  vocals  are  mostly  angry  sounding  black  metal  screams.

  All  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  while  the  faster  sections  of  the  songs  also  add  in  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats  which  also  gives  the  music  more  of  a  raw  feeling.  Growls  are  also  used  at  times  along  with  the  solos  and  leads  also  being  done  in  a  very  melodic  style,  clear  singing  and  spoken  words  can  also  be  heard  on  a  few  tracks.

  On  this  recording  Neil  Buio  continue  to  expand  on  the  mixture  of  black  metal  and  darkwave  that  they  introduced  on  their  previous  release.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  cover  tragic  themes.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Nel  Buio  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  black  metal  and  darkwave,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Splendeva  di  vita,"  "Col  cuore  puro"  and  "Eppur  perdona.".  8  out  of  10.

  https://avantgardemusic.bandcamp.com/album/nel-buio-ii

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https://nel-buio.bandcamp.com

https://youtu.be/UqsNZXKHwe0

    

Baneful Tongue/Self Titled/2025 Full Length Review

 

  Baneful  Tongue  are  a  solo  project  from  Norway  that  plays  a  dissonant  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  self  titled  and  self  released  2025  album.

  A  very  fast  and  brutal  sound  starts  off  the  album  along  with  a  great  amount  of  blast  beats  while  dark  sounding  melodies  are  also added  into  some  of  the  guitar  riffing.  Vocals  are  a  mixture  of  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  and  deep  death  metal  growls  and  the  recording  also  has  its  dissonant  moments.

  A  couple  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length   while  the  album  also  adds  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  All  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  along  with  the  tremolo  picking  in  the  fast  riffing  also  giving t he  music  more  of  a  raw  feeling,  clear  chants  can  also  be  heard  briefly  and  the  guitar  leads  are  also  done  in  a  very  dark  yet  melodic  style..

  Baneful  Tongue  plays  a  musical  style  that  takes  the  dissonant  forms  of  black  and  death  metal  and  mixes  them  together  to  create  a  s  sound  of  his  own.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  cover  darkness  and  damnation  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Baneful  Tongue  is  a  very  great  sounding  dissonant  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  those  musical  genres,  you  should  check  out  this  solo  project.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Rot  of  Belief"  and  "Divine  Dissonance".  8  out  of  10.

  https://banefultongue.bandcamp.com/album/baneful-tongue

Dark Divination Interview

 

1.For those that have never heard of you before, can you tell us a little bit about the solo project? 

Dark Divination is a rawish black metal band hailing from Finland. Dark Divination’s musical outlet can be described as highly melancholic but at the same time purely aggressive. 

2.In December you have your first full length coming out, musically how does it differ from your previous ep's and demo? 

I have developed as a composer a lot from the previous releases and I believe that on this album I have achieved a more unique and satisfactory sound. The synths on this album are in a big role and I started playing keyboard again just a while ago, so the development on synth can be definitely heard. On a few releases including Liitto hengen ja veren i have used an old yamaha psr synth that i got when i was 5 years old. Some could say the album's sound is built around the synth. I have always wanted to make beautiful and purely melancholic soundscapes and I believe that the synths have highlighted the melodies the most effectively.

3.You are also involved with a few other bands and projects, what is it that you bring into the music of 'Dark Divination;, that you have not been able to do with your previous groups? 

In Dark Divination the project's concept, themes and outlet have always been only my vision. Its purpose has always been just to express myself in the most natural way. 

4.A lot of the lyrics on the new album focus on spirituality and death, can you tell us  which aspects of these topics you bring out with your songwriting? 

My lyrics are highly personal and usually discuss my own worldview, how I see things and feel them in a spiritual manner. As for death, I use death mainly as a metaphor for spiritual decay and reconstruction. I see death as purely sacred. Because Dark Divination's lyrics have been focused on death, darkness, nihilism, et cetera, the sound should reflect that. It's also a reflection on how I feel/experience such things, which adds to the necessity of melancholy.

5.What are some of the other lyrical topics and subjects you have explored so far with your music? 

Dark Divination’s lyrics can be highly nihilistic and question social structures and norms. The main lyrical source is reflection of my thoughts and mind. Manifesto of my worldview and my ideologies. 

6What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Dark Divination'? 

I came up with the name when I was in junior high school. The name back then didn't mean much to me and just sounded cool on paper. As time has passed, the name has started to create a meaning by itself. At this time the name represents to me the age of decay; the time of kali yuga.

7.Can you tell us a little bit more about the artwork that is presented on the new album cover?

I wanted the album art to be as simple as possible. The album art includes only the logo, album name and a picture of myself. I think that the music represents the album much better than just a shallow album art. Because the whole project is focused on my thoughts, it is natural that I am present in the album art. No more needs to be added to it. As for the picture, it was taken near my home in a forest which I have visited the entirety of my life. The picture place has a deep emotional connection for me.  

 

8.With this project you record everything by yourself but have worked with musicians in other projects, do you prefer to work solo?

On this project I prefer to work solo because I want to create my own visions and views. On other projects/bands or collaborations, I want to expand upon the musical views, ideas and processes so that it isn't just me but a bigger entity, if you will.

9.On a worldwide level how has the reaction been to your music by fans of black metal? 

I have gotten very much positive feedback. In general, the reception to my music has been really positive. Although it's always good to hear positive feedback, I wouldn't mind constructive criticism at all. 

10.What is going on with some of the other bands or musical projects these days that you are a part of? 

I don’t want to spoil too much but new releases are coming but with time and large effort. I am currently writing songs for Valonkantaja's full length album. Songwriting is a long process and it consumes a lot of time. There will probably be a fairly large span of time until another big release. In other projects with other people the process is obviously lengthened because you have to collaborate on ideas together. By myself, it's a much faster process since I don't have to run it by another person.

11.Where do you see yourself heading into as a musician during the future? 

I am trying to develop my composing skills and improve my sound more to my liking. I would never consider music as a career option because I want to make music purely regardless of money or financial concerns. Music should never stem from money. 

12.What are some of the bands or musical styles that have had an influence on your music and also what are you listening to nowadays? 

The first black metal band I ever heard was Burzum. It's a band that I can always come back to and can never really get tired of it. The synths on Hvis lyset tar oss and Filosofem have always fascinated me. Burzum has had a big impact on my music and songwriting. Peste noire is another band that has influenced my songwriting, especially the Peste Noire side project Valfunde. I find the melancholy on their split release with Amesoeurs almost possessing. Outside black metal my biggest influence has been a Finnish goth rock band Varjo. Especially their EP “Ensinäytös” had a really big impact on me when I first heard it. Almost everything on that EP feels perfect to me.     

Recently I have been listening to a lot of neo-folk such as Pyhä Kuolema and Death in June. 

 13.Does Satanism or Occultism play any role in your music? 

Not directly as ideologies but through metaphors and symbolism. I may use occultism or other various ideologies to represent my own spirituality. Through occultism you can draw spirituality and the ideological concepts which can be adapted into music. 

14.Before we wrap up this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts?

Thank you for this interview and always keep the flame burning!

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Propalitet Interview

 

1.For those that have never heard of you before, can you tell us a little bit about the solo project?

1. Propalitet is a solo atmospheric black metal/ambient project that was formed in 2024 by Inferno, it was a concept before 2024 dwelling in the back of my mind before I finally decided to realize it into a real project as a way for me to get my feelings and thoughts out.

 2.You have a new ep coming out in 2026, musically how does it differ from the stuff you have released in the past?

2. From my previous releases, i'd say it differs mostly in the sound. Hearts of the Forgotten is a lot more melancholic and atmospheric in my opinion, more blast-beats, larger walls of guitars and vocals.. similar to my previous releases but different in it's own way.

 3.Since 2024 you have released a great amount of music, do you spend most of your time writing and recording material?

3. Yes I do, most of my days are filled with writing, mixing,recording.. and me still being in high school and having lots of free time almost insinuates me to spend time creating.

 4.What are some of the lyrical topics and subjects you have explored so far with the music?

4. I've explored many lyrical topics with my music from my personal experiences like hallucinations, attempts at suicide, depression, psychosis.. to more abstract or different topics like the afterlife, astrology, dreams, astral projections and so much more that it would be hard for me to list all of the topics that i've written about and or experienced in my music. Side note, I have never and will never include politics as a lyrical topic in my music.

5.What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Propalitet'?

5. Propalitet is a word over here in the balkans which means "failure", I named the band Propalitet as it is a one man band and because in a way I feel that I am a failure to other people (and in some ways) to myself.

6.Can you tell us a little bit more about the artwork that is presented on the ep cover?

6. The cover for Hearts of the Forgotten is a collage of pictures that is meant to represent me taking the listener of the ep down a path that I have gone down many times.. where some of my worst memories lay and the worst reflections of my life reside.

7.With this project you record everything by yourself, are you open to working with other musicians or do you prefer to work solo?

7. Well, if you mean by working with other musicians as in making splits, then maybe. But working with other musicians as in recruiting them as bandmates? No. I would only work with other musicians in a different band, but Propalitet will stay as a solo project.

 8.Currently you are unsigned, are you looking for a label or have received any interest?

8. I'm not looking for labels because for what I do, being unsigned feels right. But I wouldn't mind getting signed if I was given a good opportunity.

 9.On a worldwide level how has the reaction been to your music by fans of black metal?

9. It's been positive, I haven't seen any negative reactions to my music so far. If someone does have something negative to say about my music, my email is always open to feedback.

10.Where do you see yourself heading into musically during the future?

10. Tough to say, I don't know what the future holds for me and only time will tell. But I think whatever does happen is gonna be a good outcome.

11. I listen to a lot of bands, and I mean A LOT, and I also listen to most music genres so it's hard to say which ones influenced/inspired me the most. But for Propalitet, I think that Xasthur, Trist, Burzum, Paysage d'hiver, Aakon Keetreh, (and so many more) have influenced my sound and inspired me the most. Nowadays I'm listening to many other

genres and bands that have piqued my interest in them. (Kino, Primitive Warfare, Crowbar just to name a few...)

 11.What are some of the bands or musical styles that have had an influence on your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?

11. I listen to a lot of bands, and I mean A LOT, and I also listen to most music genres so it's hard to say which ones influenced/inspired me the most. But for Propalitet, I think that Xasthur, Trist, Burzum, Paysage d'hiver, Aakon Keetreh, (and so many more) have influenced my sound and inspired me the most. Nowadays I'm listening to many other

genres and bands that have piqued my interest in them. (Kino, Primitive Warfare, Crowbar just to name a few...)

 12.Before we wrap up this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts?

12. Not much else to say, thank you for the interview and review and thank you for the work you're doing in the metal community. It's been

a pleasure.

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Barditus/Nibelungentreue/Purity Through Fire/2025 Full Length Review

 

  Barditus  are  a  duo  from  Germany  that  has  had  music  reviewed  before  in  this  zine  and  on  this  recording  goes  for  an  acoustic  mixture  of  black  metal  and  neo-folk  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2025  album  "Nibelungentreue"  which  will  be  released  on  December 6th  by  Purity  Through  Fire.

  Acoustic  guitars  start  off  the  album  while  also  introducing  elements  of  medieval  folk  music  onto  the  recording.  When  clear  vocals  are  utilized  they  also  bring  in  more  of  a  pagan  neo-folk  style  while  spoken  words  are  also  used  at  times  and  some  of  the  tracks  also  add  in  some  tribal  style  percussion.

  At  times  the  music  also  captures  the  dark  atmosphere  of  pagan  black  metal  while  a  couple  of  songs  also  add  in  some  spoken  words  from  Ian  Reed  of  Fire  +  Ice  and  Dutch  born  Rune  Magician  Freya  Aswynn.  Folk  instruments  are  also  introduced  on  a  later  track  and  as  the  album  progresses  electric  guitars,  harsh  noises,  melodic  solos  and  leads  as  well  as  some  grim  vocals  are  also  utilized  on a  couple  of  tracks.

 On  this  recording  Barditus  takes  black  metal  and  neo-folk  and  mixes  them  together  as  well  as  keeping  most  of  the  music  acoustic  to  create  something  original.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  while  the  lyrics  are  written  in  German  and  cover  Germanic  Paganism,  Greek  Mythology,  Christian  Symbolism  of  the  Middle  Ages  and  National  Romanticism.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Barditus  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  acoustic  black  metal  and  neo-folk,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Nordisches  Herz"  "Song  Of  The  Spring"  "Immer  bereit!"  and  "Das  Gericht".  8  out  of  10.

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Uhl/Habitant Des Tempêtes/2024 Full Length Review

 

    Uhl  are  a  duo  from  France  that  plays  a  very  raw  and  old  school  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  self  released  2024  album  "Habitant  Des  Tempêtes".

  A  very  dark  yet  heavy  sound  starts  off  the  album  while  a  great  portion  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length.  Melodies  are  also  added  into  some  of  the  guitar  riffing  while  the  vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  and  all  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them.

  When  the  music  speeds  up  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats  can  be  heard  which  also  gives  the  songs  more  of  a  raw  feeling.  Throughout  the  album  you  can  also  hear a   good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  along  with  the  recording  also  adding  in a   good  amount  of  old  school  influences,  when  guitar  leads  are  utilized  they  are  also  done  in  a  very  dark  yet  melodic  style  as  well  as  one  track  also  being  a  brief  instrumental.

  Uhl  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  raw  and  aggressive  in  the  classic  European  tradition.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  are  written  in  French  and  cover  nihilism,  skepticism  and  nature  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Uhl  are  a  very  great  sounding  raw  and  old  school  black  metal  duo  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "La  Foudre  Ente  Ses  Mains"  and  "Neuf  Nuits".  8  out  of  10.

  https://uhluhluhl.bandcamp.com/album/habitant-des-temp-tes

Umbrio Interview

 

1.Can you give us an update on what has been going on with the band since the recording and release of the new album?

Greetings from Southern Chile! Thank you for sending us this interview. “O” to answer this.

We are currently waiting to receive our copies of this album. In the meantime, we are rehearsing the songs from the album for upcoming live performances.

2.Recently you have released a new album, musically how does it differ from the stuff you have released in the past?

Musically, the composition is a bit more complex than our previous work. Instrumentally, we incorporated the use of keyboards and clean vocals to enhance the soundscape.

3.All of the band members are also in other bands, what is it that you bring into the music of 'Umbrio', that you have not been able to do with your other groups?

Yes, all of us are involved in other projects. However, in Umbrío, the idea is to continue, in a way, the musical direction we've been taking. Playing raw, cold, and intense, yet atmospheric. Which is something that isn't replicated in our other projects.

4.What are some of the lyrical topics and subjects the band explores with the newer music and also how would you describe your progress as songwriters over the years?

 The themes explored in the band's lyrics revolve primarily around death, animism, and the occult. All framed within the context of the darkness of nature that surrounds us in southern Chile.

5.What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Umbrio'?

"Umbrío" is synonymous with something gloomy. The band's name is oriented towards the dark and hidden side of things, of people (living or dead), and especially of nature.

6.Can you tell us a little bit more about the artwork that is presented on the new album cover?

The idea behind the cover art was to present a visual description of what "Quintaesencia Nocturna" is. To achieve this, we contacted the Chilean illustrator "Nox Fragor." We explained the theme and main idea to him, as well as some visual references to help him create the artwork. He worked on the idea and sent us progress updates until, together, we decided the work was finished.

7.Has the band done any live shows or open to the idea?

Yes, we've done a few live shows. We don't usually play live very often. However, I think we've played four times this year. That's a lot for us. But they were valuable invitations, ones we considered. We've also had the honor of playing alongside great Chilean bands like Cold, Mortuary Avshy, and soon, Temple.

8.The new album was released on 'Vampiric Militant Legions', can you tell us a little bit more about this label?

VML is a label that has just formally launched in Romania. We contacted Damian, from the band “Vampiric Oath,” who also runs the YouTube channel “Metal Blasfemo,” as he was interested in recruiting bands for his new label. However, he stated that he didn't want to accept just any band, since the label focuses on Black Metal. After sending him our album, lyrics, artwork, and a description of the central themes, they offered us an exclusive European edition of 100 CD copies.

 

9.On a worldwide level how has the reaction been to your music by fans of black metal/

It's probably a bit of a stretch to refer to the "rest of the world" when discussing the response or reaction to our music. However, the places (or people) we've reached who are interested in this style of music and this particular sound have given us interesting feedback. We've received very positive reviews. Everyone offers their own interpretation of our work, focusing on some of its central themes. Perhaps we didn't achieve much reach with our first album. However, with "Quintaesencia Nocturna," the band has gained a bit more recognition.

10.What is going on with some of the other bands or musical projects these days that some of the band members are a part of?

Our main side projects, which are currently active, are working on new material. Avernal Vulture M.E. is working on "Flamas de Odio." Argvs Noctes is working on "Catafalco." And I (O) am working on "Detest."

11.Where do you see the band heading into musically during the future?

I don't think the band's core idea will change.  The atmosphere will probably explore some other sounds or elements, but it will remain within the realm of extreme music.

12.What are some of the bands or musical styles that have had an influence on your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?

Umbrió's music and compositions have likely been influenced by bands from the tumultuous first half of the 1990s. Bands that I still listen to today, such as Mayhem, Darkthrone, Burzum, Emperor, Satyricon, Gorgoroth, Dissection, Marduk, Nifelheim, Dark Funeral, Abigor, Judas Iscariot, Nagelfar, Summoning, and Horns (Chile), to name a few. As well as more recent bands that keep the flame of the old days of Black Metal alive, such as Taake, Mare, Djevel, Darvaza, Necropole, Wildes Heer (Chile), and many more.

13.Does Paganism and Occultism play any role in your music?

Directly or indirectly, occultism is related to our music, or its themes. It depends on how you interpret the music, lyrics, and artwork as a whole.

14.Before we wrap up this interview. do you have any final words or thoughts?

Thank you for your interest and for wanting to learn more about us and our musical spectral universe.

I hope you were able to find some of what you were looking for. I also hope that whoever reads this will be able to understand some of our music and immerse themselves in it. Greetings from Valdivia, Chile. 

O.

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Velmorth/Feral Dominion/Purity Through Fire/2025 Full Length Review

 

  Velmorth  are  a  solo  project  from  Germany  that  plays  a  very  raw,  atmospheric  and  old  school  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  his  2025  album  "Feral  Dominion"  which  will b e  released  on   December  6th  by  Purity  Through  Fire.

  Dark  sounding  synths  start  off  the  album  while  spoken  word  samples  can  also  be  heard  briefly  before  going  into  a  heavier  direction.  When  the  music  speeds  up  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats  can  be  heard  which  also  gives  the  songs  more  of  a  raw  feeling  and  the  vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams.

  Most  of  the  music  is  also  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  old  school  era  of  the  genre  while  the  songs  also  add  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  A  small  amount  of  melody  can  also  be  heard  in  some  of  the  guitar  riffing  at  times  along  with  the  album also  having  its  atmospheric  moments.

  Velmorth  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  raw  and  atmospheric  sounding  in  the  90's  tradition.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  cover  the  black  arts,  war  and  mysticism  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Velmorth  are  a  very  great  sounding  raw,  atmospheric  and  old  school  black  metal  solo  project  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Feral  Dominion"  "Hail  Eternal  Warspirit"  and  "Approaching  Wrathstorm".  8  out  of  10.

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Propalitet/Hearts Of The Forgotten/2026 EP Review

 

  Propalitet  are  a  solo  project  from  Konjic,  Bosnia  and  Herzegovina  that  plays  a  very  atmospheric  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  his  self  released   ep  "Hearts  Of  The  Forgotten"  which  will  be  released  in  2026.

  A  very  fast  and  raw  sound  starts  off  the  ep  along  with  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats.  Synths  are  also  added  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  songs  which  also  gives  the  music  more  of  an  atmospheric  feeling  while  the  vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  and  the  music  also  captures  a lo-fi  atmosphere.

  Some  of  the  songs  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length  while  the  songs  also  add  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  Melodies  are  also  added  into  some  of  the  guitar  riffing  along  with  the  synths  also  adding  in  some  touches  of  ambient  and  dungeon  synth  and  times  and  the  closing  track  is  an  instrumental.

  Propalitet  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  raw,  lo-fi  and  atmospheric  sounding  as  well as  adding  in  some  elements  of  ambient  and  dungeon  synth  to  create  a  sound  of  his  own.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  cover  despair,  nature  and  hallucinations.     

  In  my  opinion  Propalitet  are  a  very  great  sounding  atmospheric  black  metal  solo  project  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check out  this  ep.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Hearts  Of  The  Forgotten"  and  "Longing".  8  out  of  10.

  

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Blodsgard/Requiem/2025 Full Length Review

 

  Blodsgard  are  a  duo  from  Norway  that  plays  a  very  raw,  atmospheric  and  melodic  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  self  released  2025  album  "Requiem"  which  will  be  released  in  December.

  Rain  and  thunder  sounds  start  off  the  album  along  with  some  bells  and  whispers  before  going  into  a  very  fast  and  raw  musical  direction  which  also  utilizes  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats.  Vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  while  the  solos  and  leads  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style.

  Melodies  are  also  added  into  some  of  the  guitar  riffing  while  all  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them.  Throughout  the  album  you  can  also  hear  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  along  with  a  couple  of  tracks  also  adding  in a  small  amount  of  keyboards.

   The  music  is  also  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  old  school  era  of  the  genre  mixed  in  with  some  modern  influences,  clear  vocals  and  choirs  are  also  utilized  at  times  along  with  the  album  also  having  its  atmospheric  moments,  whispers  also  return  on  a  later  track.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  are  written  in  Norwegian  and  cover  Mythology,  Anti  Religion  and  Darkness  themes.  

  In  my  opinion  Blodsgard  are  a  very  great  sounding  atmospheric,  melodic  and  raw  black  metal  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Guds  Stumme  Tale"  "Ledestjerne"  and  "Requiem".  8  out  of  10.

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Hakla/Piesni Korica/Via Nocturna/2025 Full Length Review

 

  Hakla  are  a  duo  from  Poland  that  plays  an  old  school  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2025  album  "Piesni  Korica"  which  was  released  by  Via  Nocturna.

  Synths  start  off  the  album  and  also  mixes  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  songs  at  times  while  the  vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams.  When  the  music  speeds  up  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats  can  be  heard  which  also  gives  the  recording  more  of  a  raw  feeling.

  Most  of  the  music  is  also  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  old  school  era  of  the  genre  while  the  songs  also  add  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  Melodies  are  also  added  into  some  of  the  guitar  riffing  along  with  one  track  also  adding  in  a  brief  use  of  clear  singing,  all  of  the  musical  instruments  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them.

  Hakla  plays  a  style  of  black  metal  that  is  very  raw  and  old  school  in  the  90's  Scandinavian  tradition.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  are  written  in  Polish  and  cover  the  fall  of  man,  the  decay  of  values  and  the  end  of  everything  familiar.

  In  my  opinion  Hakla  are  a  very  great  sounding  old  school  black  metal  band  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Pieśni  końca"  "Na  własne  podobieństwo"  and  "Szli  tak  jakby  zwyciężyli".  8  out  of  10.

  https://youtu.be/9C0IjXTOefw

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