Season of Mist – Page 3 – Metal Eclipse Reviews

Gaerea – Coma

I wouldn’t be exaggerating when I say that in the barren landscape that is pure Black Metal, Gaerea stands as a rare ray of originality. I was there when Unsettling Whispers came out and was just as impressed as anyone else. Then came the crushing and lengthy Limbo, followed by the leaner and more dramatic Mirage. Now, Coma faces the difficult task of continuing a streak of innovation that few other contemporary Metal bands have been able to achieve. Can Gaerea keep us dreaming? Can it replicate the poetic anxiety that has defined its work so far? Come with me and let’s find out.

Anciients -Beyond the Reach of The Sun

Aeons ago, I had the luck of discovering Voices of the Void, and it spoke to me! How could a band summon the spirit of Mastodon and Opeth simultaneously? Anciients was a Prog Metal fan’s fantasy come true. However, I felt perfection still eluded the project. This is why Beyond the Reach of the Sun has created high expectations in me this time. I feel this band is so close to being the next big thing in Prog, and even if it falls short, whatever it delivers will be amazing and full of tasty riffs, right? I want to believe! Join me on this journey of illusions that could end in heartbreak and unfathomable drinking.

Wormed – Omegon

It’s been a long time since we heard anything from Wormed. So long, in fact, that I was beginning to assume its members had all died and their bodies were thrown in a ditch. You can imagine my joy when I found out that not only was Wormed alive, but it was also dropping a new album: Omegon. Here, we return to the origins of MER, space Metal! However, Wormed has always done its own relentless and unapologetic thing. Can this new album top a short but consistent discography? Keep reading, astronaut.

Rotting Christ – Pro Xristou

The Catto’s mailbox is an absolute mess. Three underpaid interns have come and gone trying to put order in there. Hence, I’ll blame them! (not their poor working conditions) for being late at checking Rotting Christ – Pro Xristou; the 14th installment in this band’s illustrious career. Needless to say, Rotting Christ is an institution in our community that clearly could care less about my opinion. However, you should care, so time to read!