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Friendship Commanders – Midheave & X: These two tracks from the same band showcase a similar dynamic: dark guitar and bass lines balanced with vocals that are less brutal than usual. If anything, this is probably what Post-Metal would sound like if it made a serious effort to adapt to radio sensibilities. Some ideas do repeat themselves a bit too often, but if you’re into their sound, that’s hardly an issue. Click here!
Mind Traveller – Gaslight : This band clearly takes itself seriously despite working in a subgenre that isn’t typically associated with that level of commitment. Gaslight brings solid production values, borrows some of the edgier elements of Lamb of God, and still manages to include enough breakdowns to make its niche hard to pin down. It’s not my usual cup of tea, but I respect the effort to create something authentic and polished (looking at you, atmospheric synth bands from mamma’s basement). Click here!
Thørles – The Price of Honor: This band hasn’t been around for long, but they keep delivering intriguing material. The Price of Honor shows Thørles edging closer to the Amon Amarth formula, but with more creativity in their songwriting. Instead of simply throwing heavy riffs at the listener, they weave in melodic moments that never go overboard, staying true to the harsher side of Viking Metal. It’s promising work, and I’m hopeful about what they’ll bring as they continue to grow and define their identity. Click here!
Zac Yevette – Apples and Hedonism: Now this is something different. Since Deftones often stirs strong emotions in the community, it’s worth noting that Zac has created something modern yet nostalgic at the same time. I would have preferred a meaner, heavier guitar distortion, but the melancholic bass and vocals more than make up for it. Tracks like this, the kind that make you reflect on your situationships, don’t come around often—so here’s a welcome one. Click here!
Endtime Friendtime – Doing Revenge: A strange track, but not in an Avant-Garde sense. It’s got all the Nu-Metal elements, yet the vocals sound like something straight out of The Dillinger Escape Plan. This combination shouldn’t work, but somehow it does. Don’t worry—it’s heavy enough for the snobs, maybe not complex enough, but honestly, you could use a break from that every now and then, right? I also appreciate that the project had every opportunity to overuse breakdowns but wisely chose restraint. Click here!
Trivan – Dance of Death: As always, we like to include one track that we simply enjoy. Despite its Power Metal-sounding title, this song is pure speed and Black/Thrash energy. Trivan isn’t new here at True Kvlt, but they keep proving their ability to craft enticing, dark music with their own distinct touch. Sure, it’s still on the raw side, but that’s part of the charm. If sharp guitars and adventurous songwriting are your thing, this track is definitely for you. Click here!
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