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 Grégoire succeeds in making the spirit of Coil sprout again and dressing it in a totally new, highly poetic, cultured, refined form.

 True tears, my friends, will be shed by those who still carry the void of that tragic loss within them.

This Immortal Coil is a sophisticated tribute to the British band Coil, led by Stéphane Grégoire. The album reimagines Coil’s works stripping their industrial roots in favor of acoustic and melancholic styles. Featuring notable artists like Will Oldham and Yann Tiersen, it creates a cohesive, poetic experience. It honors John Balance’s songwriting with a fresh, emotional depth and is recommended both for Coil fans and newcomers. Discover the haunting beauty of This Immortal Coil and experience a poetic tribute that reinvents Coil’s legendary sound.

 Free Man is a real godsend for all Death'SS enthusiasts, and in particular for those who took Paul Chain's departure from the lineup hard.

 Now I'm Free and I Don't Care, I Don't Give a Damn What Happen in There, Now I Can Do What I Like Because Now I'm a Free Man.

Steve Sylvester's 1993 solo debut Free Man revisits his roots with Death'SS and features the legendary guitarist Paul Chain. The album combines Sabbath-inspired hard rock with glam and street-rock influences. Known for its heartfelt, well-played tracks, it explores more personal and introspective themes while maintaining a fun, irreverent spirit. Particularly rewarding for fans of Italian horror-metal and classic 70s rock. Dive into Steve Sylvester's Free Man and rediscover the roots of horror-metal blended with soulful hard rock!

 "Alkahest carries within it all the magic of the artistic vision of a musical alchemist like Chain."

 "The last four tracks constitute the perfect vademecum for anyone willing to venture into the formidable realms of doom-metal."

Paul Chain's 1995 album Alkahest is regarded as his formal masterpiece, blending classic doom metal with esoteric and progressive elements. The record features notable vocals by Lee Dorrian of Cathedral, whose powerful and theatrical style elevates the last four tracks to highlight status. The album balances improvisational guitar and keyboard solos with well-structured doom metal compositions. Its blend of vintage Sabbath-inspired riffs and visionary production makes it a fundamental work in the genre. The review praises both the artistic vision and meticulous execution, positioning Alkahest as essential listening. Listen to Alkahest now and dive into one of doom metal's defining masterpieces!

 Every episode carries the band's imprint, infused with an overwhelming Teutonic spirit.

 'Erinnerung' primarily marks the confirmation of the excellent interpretive qualities of the muse Emilia Lo Iacono.

Kirlian Camera, a cult Italian darkwave band centered around Angelo Bergamini, delivers on their 1994 EP 'Erinnerung' a compelling mix of electronic aggression and melancholic atmospheres. Featuring Emilia Lo Iacono's warm vocals and diverse influences from tango to industrial sounds, the EP showcases the band's unique style. Despite controversies, the band's professionalism shines through. The review also recommends exploring their 1996 album 'Pictures from Eternity' for new listeners. Discover Kirlian Camera's 'Erinnerung' — dive into the evocative darkwave sounds and immerse yourself in this iconic EP today!

 ‘Not All of Me Will Die’ is a moving work, conceived and constructed with the usual passion and sincerity that characterize a master of the apocalypse like Wakeford.

 What remains is the invincible, indestructible poetry of the minstrel who with his Sol Invictus has written fundamental pages in the history of apocalyptic folk.

Tony Wakeford’s 2009 solo album ‘Not All Of Me Will Die’ is a profound apocalyptic folk work dedicated to poet Zuzanna Ginczanka. The album weaves Eastern European and Middle Eastern influences with haunting instrumentation, reflecting themes of mortality and artistic legacy. Wakeford’s refined, introspective style is complemented by skilled collaborators, creating an evocative and immersive experience. The album stands as a culmination of Wakeford’s artistic journey, blending ambient and folk traditions into a solemn masterpiece. Experience Tony Wakeford’s haunting and poetic journey — listen to ‘Not All Of Me Will Die’ now.

 An excellent dark ambient album: make it yours!, genre enthusiasts, and admirers of cosmic music.

 Inade erects a monument with well-defined contours, complex architecture, and labyrinthine corridors.

Inade's 'The Incarnation Of The Solar Architects' is a meticulously crafted dark ambient album that delivers a cohesive and profound sonic journey. The German duo blends cosmic, mystical, and industrial influences into a multi-layered, cinematic experience. The album invites listeners to actively engage, exploring existential and universal themes through immersive soundscapes. It's a masterpiece ideal for fans of dark ambient and avant-garde music seeking depth and atmosphere. Dive into Inade's cosmic dark ambient journey—listen now and explore the mysteries of the universe through sound.

 "Klagopsalmer is an excellent release, a release that knows how to captivate from the unusual cover with vaguely post-industrial gray tones."

 "The album represents what good extreme metal is still capable of producing today; a metal...enriching its technical repertoire and admitting timid contaminations, but never really astonishing."

Shining's VI - Klagopsalmer delivers a captivating, well-crafted black metal experience that blends thrash, death metal, and post-rock influences. While it departs from the band's earlier raw and depressive sound, it showcases musical maturity and versatility, especially in Kvarforth's vocal performances. The album’s experimentation may puzzle longtime fans craving the old extreme atmosphere, but it marks a bold artistic evolution. Ultimately, it is a noteworthy extreme metal release, albeit one that stays within somewhat traditional boundaries. Explore Shining's VI - Klagopsalmer to experience a daring mix of black metal and experimental sounds.

 Unleashed remain honest musicians, neither infamous nor praiseworthy, as there are many, many others.

 The efforts of the Swedish formation deserve respect; not that a significant part of our savings should be poured into the endeavor of owning their entire discography.

The review positions Unleashed as a steadfast but unspectacular force in Swedish death metal, praised for honesty and longevity but criticized for simplicity and lack of innovation. Across The Open Sea is described as a solid, catchy album with epic and Nordic Viking influences, maintaining the band’s consistent style without virtuosity or breakthrough moments. The lyrics are noted as puerile but sincere, and the band is recommended mainly for die-hard fans or those interested in their energetic live shows. Discover Unleashed's enduring death metal legacy—listen to Across The Open Sea and explore their raw, epic Nordic sound today!

 'Total Desaster' remains an inexhaustible source of inspiration for the raw of the world.

 These guys write in less than twenty minutes a great chapter of extreme metal.

This review praises Destruction's 1984 EP 'Sentence Of Death' as a landmark in extreme metal history, highlighting the intense energy and rawness of tracks like 'Total Desaster.' It contextualizes the release within the 1980s metal evolution and its influence on emerging black metal. Despite technical imperfections, the band's creativity and aggressive style are celebrated. Overall, the EP stands as a fundamental work for thrash and early extreme metal fans. Dive into Destruction's fierce 'Sentence Of Death' EP and experience a cornerstone of thrash and extreme metal history today!

 "Soliloquy for Lilith is inscrutable, indeed, it is inscrutability made into 'music'."

 "Soliloquy for Lilith is an empty Pandora’s box, a crypt without the dead, the Sistine Chapel painted with oil, it is the Mariana Trench of music."

Soliloquy for Lilith by Nurse With Wound is a monumental and enigmatic 3-album set from 1988, defying easy genre classification. The album employs the theremin and layered loops to create an infinite, immersive sonic experience. It challenges listeners to find the ideal psycho-physical state for full appreciation, making it a profound and puzzling journey in sound. Dive into Nurse With Wound’s Soliloquy for Lilith and explore an infinite world of sound beyond conventional music.