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 The music dictates the 'rhythms' of this new philosophy and in turn is contaminated by this philosophy of decay.

 Ligfaerd remains one of the mandatory milestones for the genre's evolution, both concerning the concept of Crossover and for the side linked to more Depressive sounds.

Ligfaerd, Nortt's second album, deepens his signature doom-black metal style with fragmented riffs and a metaphysical atmosphere. The album abandons anger and struggle for a cerebral, intangible sound influenced by dark ambient elements. It stands as a pivotal work, influencing many imitators and advancing depressive and crossover metal. The reviewer praises its extreme, unique composition and the profound emotion behind the music. Dive into Nortt's Ligfaerd and experience the profound depths of doom-black metal evolution today!

 The extreme variety, both of bands and interpretations, gives the album a charm of its own.

 A certain formal inconsistency instead results in great conceptual coherence, saving the final result.

Visions: A Tribute To Burzum stands out as a high-quality homage to Varg Vikernes, blending faithful covers and innovative reinterpretations. The album balances respect for the originals with fresh approaches, featuring bands like Aborym and Nokturnal Mortum. Its variations in style enrich the listening experience and bring new life to Burzum's legacy. The tribute shines especially in its instrumental and ambient pieces, making it a vital listen for black metal enthusiasts. Discover the diverse sounds of Visions: A Tribute To Burzum—immerse yourself in this innovative black metal homage today!

 It feels like facing one of the survivors from Kirchner’s paintings or a disfigured face of Szymkowicz.

 Hearing a seventies intro explode into a distorted riff accompanied by a very grind-like vocal.

Vediog Svaor's In The Distance is a bold and multifaceted album blending black metal, progressive, and psychedelic sounds. It features complex compositions inspired by 70s rock legends and extreme metal, delivering passionate and intense music. The project, driven by Van Vadermark, stands out for its originality and high-level production, inviting repeated listens to fully appreciate its depth. It’s recommended for those seeking a unique and powerful metal experience. Listen to Vediog Svaor’s In The Distance and explore a bold fusion of psychedelic, progressive, and black metal innovation.

 Listening to ‘Scorn Defeat’ is something moving: not so much for the quality or ingenuity poured into the tracks, but for the atmosphere that can be felt between the grooves of the record.

 ‘Scorn Defeat’ musically also seemed like a record that was at least five years old.

Sigh’s debut album 'Scorn Defeat' from 1993 is a remarkable yet historically overlooked piece of black metal history. Influenced heavily by Celtic Frost and rooted in a pre-black metal extreme metal style, it offers a unique blend of theatrical and gothic elements. Despite being overshadowed by contemporaries, its atmospheric and cultural depth make it a must-listen for fans of early extreme metal. The album showcases strong technical skills and an innovative fusion of metal genres. Dive into Sigh’s 'Scorn Defeat' and discover a unique chapter in black metal history!

 "Slaughtersun (1998) is an INCREDIBLE album, I would say perfect in every note."

 "The Light... symbolizes the eternal renewal of life between highs and lows, the condemnation to live every moment of it."

The review highly praises Dawn's 1998 album Slaughtersun as a perfect and iconic work within the Swedish black metal scene. It highlights the album's blend of melodic black metal and death metal elements, detailed compositions, and melancholic melodies. The lyrical themes revolve around the eternal cycle of light and darkness symbolizing hope and disillusionment. The album is recommended for its originality and depth, standing alongside classic metal releases of its era. Dive into Dawn's Slaughtersun to experience a timeless blend of melody and darkness in Swedish black metal.

 "'Sluts Of Hell' strongly competes as the worst song in the history of extreme metal."

 "'Blood And Vomit' absolutely sucks! The lyrics are terrible and deliberately parodic... the music horrendous and banal."

The review harshly criticizes Nattefrost's album 'Blood And Vomit' as a low point in extreme metal, labeling it a deliberately provocative yet utterly failing parody. It condemns the lyrics as banal and offensive, the music as hackneyed and unoriginal, and positions the album as a caricature of the black metal genre. Despite attempts to mock macho posturing, the work is seen as an egotistic misfire reflecting poorly on the artist and the scene. Dive into this bold critique of Nattefrost’s 'Blood And Vomit' and explore the extremes of black metal gone wrong.

 This album clearly overturns my judgment, not so much by illuminating the past, but by imagining a bright future.

 The jewel of the album...is the perfect coexistence of Rock and Extreme elements that gives the track that dirty yet dreamy air.

The reviewer initially skeptical of Forgotten Tomb is won over by Negative Megalomania, their fourth album. The band showcases matured songwriting, clear production, and a fresh blend of doom, black metal, and classic 90s rock elements. The album’s long compositions maintain variety and emotional depth, with standout vocal performances offering a melancholic and metropolitan sense of pain. Overall, it represents a significant leap forward for the band. Explore Forgotten Tomb’s Negative Megalomania and experience a powerful blend of doom, black metal, and classic rock influences today!

 ‘Even death is a thought like any other in which to seek refuge.’

 Eric Roger possesses the keys that allow him... to emerge from these abysses of death and transport them, veiling them with irony and sarcastic detachment.

Gae Bolg's 'Requiem' is a deeply personal and evocative neo-folk album by Eric Roger, channeling medieval jester imagery to explore themes of death with poetic elegance. The music balances irony and solemnity, enriched by rich instrumentation and theatrical vocals. It creates an immersive conceptual journey through loss and the human connection to mortality. Dive into the mystical world of Gae Bolg’s 'Requiem'—experience its haunting neo-folk journey today!

 "Majestas Leprosus moves between more refined and decadent coordinates, transforming vampirism into a metaphor for the cancer that gnaws at man from within."

 "The album is French from head to toe, full as it is of nineteenth-century reminiscences and portrays the dark side of bohemian life hidden beneath sparkling sequins."

This review delves into Mutiilation's album Majestas Leprosus, emphasizing its unique conceptual approach that reinterprets vampirism as an internal struggle. The music maintains raw Norwegian black metal roots, enhanced by a clearer production. The album's themes reflect personal misery, addiction, and social isolation with poetic and vivid lyrics. It is praised for its complexity and emotional depth, despite not surpassing the band's previous masterpiece. Discover the haunting depths of Majestas Leprosus—listen now and explore Mutiilation's dark poetic world.

 ‘Prophecies Of Pagan Fire’ represents the bridge between the old way of conceiving Gothic Black and the new one.

 If you are already nurturing ideas of incest with your sister, do not listen to this band: you could be corrupted by it.

Enthroned’s 1995 album Prophecies Of Pagan Fire serves as a crucial bridge between early Norwegian black metal and the more polished second generation. Mixing gothic riffs, symphonic breaks, and theatrical satanic themes, it influenced later popular bands despite limited success. The album avoids extreme chaos, favoring horror elements and evolved riffing. While the lyrics remain theatrical and less philosophical, the record’s artistic value and innovation remain evident. Explore Enthroned’s Prophecies Of Pagan Fire and uncover the evolution of black metal’s dark symphonic side today!