Oath Of Malignancy Interview

 

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

We are an old and evil black metal project, bringing back the essence of primitive occult black metal. 

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

It's a dark and raw expression. The atmospheres and necromantic vocals aren't accidental; our influences are reflected in every song, along with our own additions. 

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

 Oath of Malignancy has allowed us to venture into creating dark and dense atmospheres that accompany the malevolent and profane lyrics. 

4.A lot of your lyrics cover Occultism and Witchcraft themes, can you tell us a little bit more about your interest in the dark arts?

 My interest in the dark arts goes beyond the superficial; it is something deeper and a fundamental part of our existence. The hidden side of human consciousness, the unknown, the astral planes, chaos, darkness, rituals, knowledge, and personal experiences fill us with inspiration that we express in our music and lyrics. 

5. What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Oath Of Malignancy'?

 The name reveals itself to us.

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

The antique painting from 1636 depicts a witches' coven with a dark aesthetic, perfect for this dark music. 

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

 We're not interested at the moment. 

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

 Fans of old-school, raw black metal have really liked it. 

9.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?

 They're working on new music and new projects. 

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

We'll keep releasing music, and you know, we'll see what happens.

 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?

 Our influences have been late '80s and '90s black metal, as well as newer bands such as Mystifier, Necromantia, Moenen of Xezbeth-Varathron, Forbidden Temple, among others.

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

Sure, we don't do this for the money

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Oath Of Malignancy/Sabbath Witchcraft/WolfKult Religion/2025 EP Review

 

  Oath  Of  Malignancy  are  a  band  from  Ecuador  that  plays  a  very  old  school  and  occult  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2025  ep  "Sabbath  Witchcraft"  which  was  released  by  WolfKult  Religion.

  Ritualistic  soundscapes,  throat  singing  and  chants  start  off  the  ep  before  going  into  a  heavier  direction  while  synths  are  also  mixed  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  songs  at  times.  Vocals  are  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  and  all  of  the  musical  instruments  on  the  recording  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them.

  Most  of  the  recording  is  also  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  old  school  era  while  melodies  are  also  added  into  some  of  the  guitar  riffing.  Spoken  words  can  also  be  heard  briefly  along  with  some  growls  also  being  utilized  at  times,  when  the  music  speeds  up  a  small  amount  of  blast  beats  can  also  be  heard.

  A  later  song  also  adds  in  a brief  use  of  clear  singing  and  some  of  the  tracks  also  add  in  a  good  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  along  with  the  solos  and  leads  also  bringing  in  more  of  an  old  school  style  when  they  are  finally  introduced  into  the  music,  when  tremolo  picking  is  added  into  the  faster  riffing  they  also  give  the  recording  more  of  a  raw  feeling.  The  production  sounds  very  dark  and  raw  while  the  lyrics  cover  Occultism,  Witchcraft  and  Darkness  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Oath  Of  Malignancy  are  a  very  great  sounding  old  school  occult  black  metal  band  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  ep.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Sabbath  Witchcraft"  and  "Blessed  is  He  Who  Renounces  Himself".  8  out  of  10.

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