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 "I wake up - and I see - the face - of the Devil. And I ask you: what time is it? What time is it? Whaaat tiiiime iiiis iiiiiiit..."

 "Listening to it (strictly with headphones, at night) is always a strange, alienating experience; I refrain from providing a rating."

Diamanda Galás' 1993 album Vena Cava is a challenging experimental work showcasing her extraordinary vocal range and avant-garde style. The album explores themes of madness, death, and suffering through a series of intense, often disturbing vocal performances. Combining operatic, gospel, and spoken elements, the tracks push vocal expression to its limits. This album stands out as one of Galás' most compelling and alienating works, recommended for attentive listeners seeking a profound experience. Dive into Diamanda Galás' dark vocal world – listen to Vena Cava and experience the edge of avant-garde music.

 "The album opens with an atmospheric part... an effective and not at all tacky introduction."

 "A pleasant album, suitable for a 'vampiric' break during our sunny summer days; it deserves a full pass."

Morbifer's 'Moroi' is a raw black metal album from Poland with a vampire concept rooted in folklore. The music balances black metal ferocity with atmospheric and acoustic interludes. Synths and melodic elements enhance the album’s eerie mood. While some acoustic transitions feel awkward, the album overall offers a unique and immersive vampiric experience. Recommended for black metal fans seeking something accessible yet dark. Explore Morbifer's 'Moroi' for a challenging yet atmospheric vampiric black metal journey.

 "Ensoph has returned in great form with a far more enjoyable work than the previous one."

 "Everything here sounds ‘Ensoph,’ but innovative passages can be found, exploring paths that had previously only been glanced at."

Ensoph returns after three years with Rex Mundi X-Ile, an album that innovates while keeping their signature avant-garde metal style. The record highlights stronger prog elements, aggressive rhythms, and a fusion of industrial and gothic influences. Notable tracks feature complex vocals and guest artists, wrapped in a concept exploring mystical and Eastern themes. Despite some minor reservations, the album is praised for its originality, powerful execution, and excellent production. Dive into Ensoph’s Rex Mundi X-Ile for a powerful and original avant-garde metal experience today!

 The first track, the long 'Veni Emmanuel,' proves to be well-conceived, containing excellent vocal lines that are extremely evocative and atmospheric.

 'Stille Nacht' is the greatest of the failed experiments and the worst track on the whole work, ruined by too prominent background effects and annoying sounds.

Epta Astera's debut album 'Ero Cras' offers a unique blend of ambient, folk, and Christian music with subtle metal touches. The album concept centers on the life of Jesus, featuring evocative Gregorian chant-style vocals. While the opener stands out as the best track, the album suffers from inconsistent experimentation and some poorly executed parts. Despite its flaws, the album shows potential and creativity for future releases. Listen to Epta Astera's unique blend of Christian ambient and metal and explore a promising debut full of bold experimentation.

 Try these 'Fragments of the Night' if you desire a pause to wander alone in twilight and delicate landscapes.

 The music is not a background, but it creates one: it generates those visions in which our mind moves, levitates, sways, and shakes.

Les Fragments de la Nuit’s Musique du Crépuscule is a captivating neoclassical album blending delicate and mysterious melodies. The French quintet delivers 16 brief instrumental tracks that evoke ethereal twilight landscapes. Rooted in soundtrack experience, the album generates introspective visions, balancing classical influences with modern emotional delicacy. Highly recommended for moments of soulful reflection. Discover the introspective beauty of Musique du Crépuscule—immerse yourself in this delicate neoclassical journey tonight.

 Azatoth’s voice is the voice of the Madman, the voice of the Necromancer, and the Desperate.

 This is an album that undoubtedly stands out among other black metal productions, and the band demonstrates they have the potential to become one of the reference points for the future of the genre.

Dark Fortress' 'Séance' marks a strong evolution for the German band, presenting a dark and heavy black metal album enriched with melodic guitar work and atmospheric elements. The album avoids common genre clichés, featuring experimental tracks that evoke intense emotions and a gripping, desolate mood. Highlights such as 'Ghastly Indoctrination' and 'Incide' showcase the band's creative depth. This release positions them as an influential name in modern black metal. Dive into Dark Fortress' 'Séance' and experience a dark journey through innovative black metal—listen now and explore its haunting depths!

 It is a desperate, leaden portrait of a harrowing musical dream, almost a nightmare.

 Could the title, ‘Portrait Of A Dream,’ refer to the dream of being able to express oneself, to be able to create music from the heart, without restrictions?

1000 Funerals' only album, Portrait of a Dream, is a deeply emotional and sorrowful funeral doom metal work emerging from Iran, a rare and distant metal scene. The music expresses despair, melancholy, and haunting beauty through slow, crushing riffs, synths, and piano. Despite limited exposure, the album showcases impressive atmosphere and raw emotion, recommended to fans of dark and depressive metal. The band disbanded shortly after due to social and cultural obstacles, especially affecting its female member. Explore the haunting depths of 1000 Funerals' Portrait of a Dream—experience Iranian funeral doom metal like never before.

 We are faced with a highly experimental band, distinct from the mass of clones and emulators that plague the global metal scene.

 "Project X-katon" is a pleasurable album, recommended for those with no mental barriers regarding music and for those who want to try something different and surely original.

Ensoph's Project X-katon is a distinct and experimental metal album that combines melodic clean vocals with industrial and electronic sounds. The album shows growth in musical technique and offers a more accessible rhythm compared to their previous work. With lyrical references to literature and philosophy, it delivers a unique and theatrical listening experience. Collaborations and standout tracks enhance its emotional depth. Explore Ensoph's Project X-katon and experience a groundbreaking blend of metal, electronics, and literary depth.

 It is a sublime journey that we embark upon when listening to this work, the successor to the magnificent "Winds Devouring Men".

 I reopen my eyes. Yes, I have reached the end of this journey and have returned transfigured.

Elend's 'Sunwar The Dead' continues the epic Cycle of Winds with an expertly crafted blend of dark ambient, orchestral, and industrial sounds. The album creates a deeply atmospheric journey full of haunting vocals, emotional depth, and complex arrangements. Tracks evoke both serenity and unease, guiding the listener through evolving soundscapes. A powerful experience for fans of sophisticated, dark music. Dive into Elend’s eerie and majestic world—listen to 'Sunwar The Dead' and experience this unforgettable dark ambient journey.

 The music of Ensoph is highly personal and original, and the only true way to understand this strange creature is to listen to it.

 I was amazed and positively impressed. That day I discovered a valid group that, I am sure, will not fail to surprise us in the future.

Ensoph’s Opus Dementiae offers a complex blend of metal, gothic, industrial, and black metal influences infused with esoteric and atheist-themed lyrics. The album features strong vocal versatility and inventive compositions. Tracks like "Sophia’s Fall" and "Proudly Divine" highlight their creative depth. The reviewer was impressed both by the album and a live performance, praising the band's unique personality and originality. Listen to Ensoph’s Opus Dementiae now and experience a unique avant-garde metal journey!