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 Gazing Light Eternity is a complex and multifaceted album: meditative and at the same time disheartening, restless and simultaneously enjoyable because it reflects our thoughts.

 Chiral plays an atmospheric black metal that is obsessive, harrowing in its repetitiveness, a descendant of various Lustre and the depressive Australian scene.

Chiral's second full album, Gazing Light Eternity, delivers a haunting and atmospheric black metal experience deeply rooted in depressive and folk influences. The four long tracks reflect both meditative introspection and restless emotions. This complex work is perfect for colder seasons, blending brooding soundscapes with neo-folk textures reminiscent of Lustre and Agalloch. A compelling addition to the Italian black metal scene worth attention. Dive into Chiral's Gazing Light Eternity and experience a haunting blend of atmospheric black metal and folk-inspired soundscapes.

 They are described as nightmare pop, and this definition fits perfectly.

 Rachel’s voice guides us with a trembling hand through these woods, it is a cold hand that sometimes slips away, disappears, and then we run to catch up with it again.

Older Terrors by Esben and the Witch continues the band's evolution with a blend of dream pop, post-punk, and gothic influences. The album uses four long tracks to create a hypnotic and eerie atmosphere reminiscent of dark folktales. Vocalist Rachel’s fragile voice anchors listeners through this immersive, haunting soundscape. Though slow-paced, the album rewards patience with its powerful, evocative storytelling and mood. Dive into the hypnotic world of Older Terrors and experience Esben and the Witch’s dark fairy tale soundscape.

 "This one has a distinct, recognizable scent, perfectly suited to the autumn season we’ve just entered."

 "There is something magical in these essences, something that captures you, that enchants you... Yes, the witches, the pyres, the persecutions, the stories of vampires and magic, everything seems to come back to mind, mesmerizing you with sonorous bursts of majestic beauty."

1476’s 'Wildwood / The Nightside' is a deeply evocative album that captures the essence of autumn through rich musical landscapes and vivid imagery. Blending apocalyptic folk, post-punk, and gothic elements, the album transports listeners to smoky woods, rainy dirt roads, and mystical New England settings. This reissue by Prophecy Prod. highlights the duo’s talent for creating music that resonates with seasonal nostalgia and mysterious atmospheres. Fans of melancholic and melodic music will find much to appreciate. Dive into the haunting autumnal world of 1476’s 'Wildwood / The Nightside'—listen now and experience this evocative musical journey.

 "Their sound is wavering, born from the urgency typical of crust and post-hardcore combined with the fury of black metal..."

 "'Litany' is imbued with a sense of epic despair, ruin, imminent apocalypse, there is a rage that twists upon itself..."

Dead to a Dying World's album Litany offers a complex and intense sonic experience merging crust, post-hardcore, black metal, and post-metal. The record is charged with epic despair, fury, and dramatic shifts in mood, supported by chilling clean vocals alongside screams and growls. Its unique sound stands out amidst other post-black metal releases by avoiding urban melancholy and instead embracing titanic despair. The reviewer highly recommends 'The Hunt Eternal' as an entry point to grasp the album's power. Listen to Dead to a Dying World's Litany and experience a powerful journey of epic despair and raw fury.

 If you want to try something more, if you want to dive even more into the melancholic and desperate world described by Smith & Co., you can only sit and enjoy this wonderful live, and you will fall in love with it.

 From a technical point of view, they move with the mastery of those who have spent a lifetime together, playing with enviable understanding and empathy.

This review explores The Cure's live album Trilogy, which captures their iconic dark trilogy: Pornography, Disintegration, and Bloodflowers. The live performance in Berlin radiates the same melancholic beauty and emotional depth found in the studio albums. The reviewer highlights the band’s technical mastery and deep connection on stage, delivering an immersive experience for longtime fans. It’s recommended for those wanting to dive deeper into The Cure's melancholic world. Dive into The Cure's Trilogy live performance and immerse yourself in the haunting beauty of their iconic albums now.

 "Natural children of Cascadian Black Metal, the Canadian band Harrow perfectly embody the ideal prototype of music that a group wanting to label itself as 'cascadian' should play."

 "You just have to run and immerse yourself as soon as possible in this majestic and shamanic music."

The review praises Harrow's album 'Fallow Fields' as an excellent example of Cascadian Black Metal. It highlights the connection to nature themes and the blend of acoustic textures with black metal ferocity. The vocals and guitar work are commended for their hypnotic and emotional impact. The album is recommended for both black metal fans and newcomers due to its melodic accessibility. It stands as a worthy jewel alongside other genre highlights like Alda's 'Passage.' Dive into the wilderness of Cascadian Black Metal with Harrow's 'Fallow Fields' and experience its hypnotic, nature-infused soundscape now!

 The band has managed to give their fans an intimate and nocturnal work, considered, reflective and rewarding.

 Passage highlights the emotional ups and downs bridging raw black metal with folk influences, almost touching post-rock borders.

Alda's Passage marks a thoughtful evolution from their previous album Tahoma, blending raw black metal with folk and post-rock elements. The album explores emotional highs and lows with a reflective and intimate approach. While not revolutionary, Passage offers a rewarding listening experience within Cascadian black metal. Fans will appreciate its depth and atmospheric qualities, standing as a worthy companion to their earlier work. Explore Alda's Passage to experience a deep, emotional journey through black metal's reflective side.

 The fifth album is the gem in Flight Of Sleipnir’s discography.

 Despite its intricate structures, over time the work grows in quality, enchanting the listener more and more each time.

The Flight of Sleipnir's fifth album 'V' is hailed as their masterpiece, perfectly balancing epic doom, black metal, psychedelia, folk, and stoner styles. The intricate compositions grow more enchanting over time, supported by Norse mythological lyricism. Though complex, the album transports listeners through a rich, atmospheric experience, marrying cold screams with harmonies and psychedelic vibes. Dive into The Flight of Sleipnir's 'V' and experience a masterful blend of epic doom and psychedelic metal. Listen now and join the journey!

 They play with memories, with smiles and tears, console and make you smile, put you at ease, make you think, and keep you company.

 They do something simple, they know how to evoke emotions.

This review praises There Will Be Fireworks’ album The Dark Dark Bright for its evocative post-rock sound blending soft acoustic elements and powerful crescendos. The reviewer draws vivid associations with Glasgow and Portobello beach, linking the music’s comforting nature to cherished memories. Influences from artists like Explosions in the Sky and Damien Rice are noted, while highlighting the band's ability to evoke deep emotions. The album is seen as simple yet emotionally effective. Listen to There Will Be Fireworks' The Dark Dark Bright and immerse yourself in its emotional post-rock journey.

 Enisum follows this modus operandi to the letter but sounds authentic; they could almost pass off as a group from Washington or British Columbia.

 If it gets the visibility it deserves, even Italian metal could boast a representative of its own 'cascadian black metal' scene.

Enisum's album 'Samoht Nara' presents a sincere and skillful Italian interpretation of Cascadian black metal. Drawing clear influences from the Northwest US scene, the album blends atmospheric, melodic, and raw black metal elements with local folklore and nature-centric lyrics in dialect. Despite minor flaws, the album captivates throughout its 45-minute runtime, promising potential growth for the band and Italian black metal tradition. Immerse yourself in Enisum's Samoht Nara and experience a unique blend of Italian passion and Cascadian black metal atmosphere.