Dolcinian

Dolcinian are an Italian black metal group from Venice whose lyrics are Christian-themed and inspired by the story of Fra' Dolcino. Their mini-CD Penitenthiagite (limited to 200 copies at the time of the review) was reviewed on DeBaser in 2005.

Penitenthiagite includes an intro titled "Introitus: Gaudeamus Omnes", a title track, "Historia Fratris Dulcini Hersiarche", and an instrumental outro with a choir. The work was compared stylistically to Ulver's Bergtatt, praised for melodies and atmosphere, but criticized for mixing and vocal isolation. The mini-CD was noted as sold out (200 copies) at the time of the review.

A 2005 DeBaser review praises Dolcinian's Penitenthiagite for its atmospheric black metal inspired by Venetian romanticism and the story of Fra' Dolcino. The reviewer awards 4/5, highlights originality and melodies, and flags mixing and production issues. The mini-CD was noted as limited (200 copies) and sold out at the time.

For:Fans of black metal, listeners interested in religious/historical themes in metal, collectors of Italian underground releases.