Same old, you know what’s up!
URKU LLANTHU – URKU LLANTHU: Not every day we get something from Ecuador, but this was so strange that I couldn’t let it slide. It’s depressing, melancholic, and somehow close to nature. It’s not exactly Atmospheric Black Metal, but more just Folk mixed with atmosphere. Yes, this thing is mostly Metal in spirit only, but that will do for our purposes. The raw production adds to the charm.
Belligerence – Liturgies of the Vile Ones: Nothing too pretentious here. This is solid and consistent Death Metal that takes a few touches from bands like Behemoth but mostly stays on the bashing route. It was much better produced than I expected, so that’s always a plus in my book. It almost feels like Italian Death Metal—aggressive, technically sharp, and with just enough melody to keep things interesting without softening the blow. No frills, just riffs and hatred.
Vitrifier – Gorilla with an Anvil: Good lord. This is heavy and savage. There’s practically no mercy in this gorilla park. The track never gives you a moment to breathe and just builds violence upon violence. It truly feels like music made by more primitive apes who discovered distortion and decided that subtlety was for prey. So in a way, I guess the band totally succeeded in its goal.
Alban Treuet – Backwash: We need a break after that last one, which is why I picked a relaxed yet complex instrumental guitar track. Despite its shredding and flashy moves, the song keeps feeling like a warm summer day by the beach. These are feelings you rarely experience in this dump of a section, so maybe you want to get into it before the ice and darkness return.
In Ad Hominem – El Fin: Another old friend is back today, but this time the track is a power ballad. Believe it or not, it doesn’t suck. It might be a bit nostalgic, but if you miss the 80s, this is probably what you need. Epic vocals, solid guitars, and just a lot of focus on traditional songwriting. Not bad at all.
Isvidd – Their Bones in the Mist: This section can never feel complete without some Black Metal from the pit. This track is icy, dark, and engulfing. The quality of the work is hard to deny, and despite the harshness of this wall of sound, you can feel those sharp melodies and riffs cutting through like a blade. It has ups and downs, melodrama, and some Folk touches here and there. Everything kvlt kids want. The production keeps the raw edge intact while letting the atmospheric layers breathe.
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