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 Satyr's voice scratches and stabs as always, the impressive percussion by that absolute genius Frost tear apart and shred anyone who decides to press play.

 Deep Calleth Upon Deep is an album to absorb slowly, although tracks like 'To Your Brethren In The Dark' will not easily leave your devices or your minds.

This review praises Satyricon’s album Deep Calleth Upon Deep for balancing black metal intensity with artistic maturity. It highlights the band's evolution, powerful performances by Satyr and Frost, and the album’s deep themes touching on life, death, and rebirth. Standout tracks and the symbolic Edvard Munch cover add to the album’s appeal. The reviewer encourages appreciating the music beyond nostalgia for earlier works. Explore Satyricon’s powerful black metal journey in Deep Calleth Upon Deep – listen now and experience the intensity!

 End of Chapter is a work that I define as one of the most beautiful extreme surprises of 2017.

 The little blonde pale girl...is of shivering emotional strength and encapsulates everything that, musically, you will find listening to the album.

Au Dessus’ End of Chapter is a remarkable extreme metal album from Lithuania, praised for its intense and atmospheric qualities. The album blends fast rhythms, icy oppression, and clear vocal transitions to create a uniquely emotional listening journey. The reviewer highlights its depth, demanding multiple listens, and commends Mantas’ versatile vocals. The striking album cover reinforces the album’s haunting themes, delivering a memorable artistic package. Explore the intense and haunting world of Au Dessus' End of Chapter—listen now and experience one of 2017’s most captivating extreme metal albums.

 The meeting between ancient sounds and contemporary forms of expression finds in Grift its most genuine form of expression.

 If you wish to walk again on a simple but sincere path of 'earth awakening' introspection, try Grift.

Erik Gärdefors' Grift album 'Arvet' is a profound homage to Nordic heritage, blending ancient sounds with modern expression. The album evokes nature's solitude and ancestral spirits through ritualistic and ambient music. Praised for its authentic voice and evocative atmosphere, it invites listeners on a spiritual journey. Artistic elements and thoughtful presentation enhance the immersive experience. Dive into the atmospheric world of Grift's 'Arvet' and experience the mystical Nordic heritage through music.

 "You will find angry screams and reassuring modulations, folk tones and classic 'Pagan Metal' timbres, as well as hyper-fast tirades, tempo changes, choral inserts, howls, war horns, whispers, a cello, and much more."

 "The only reality is that Verity is a spectacular album. That’s all there is to it."

Nokturnal Mortum's Verity is hailed as a spectacular Black Metal album showcasing exceptional musicianship and evolving soundscapes. The review emphasizes the album's emotional depth and complex structure, blending folk elements and epic vocals into an hour-long ritualistic journey. Despite political controversies, the band's artistry stands out as undeniable. Listeners are encouraged to experience the album in full to appreciate its impact. Listen to Nokturnal Mortum's Verity now and experience a monumental journey in Black Metal artistry!

 "The sensation is not the claustrophobic and pitch-black one of the first Darkthrone, but a search for the light that seems lost."

 "Sunwolf hits the goal of being able to illuminate a genre like Black Metal, which is born in darkness but can also contain that divine light."

Blóðtrú's Sunwolf offers a fresh take on Black Metal by integrating ancient Norse pagan themes with atmospheric and hypnotic music. Unlike typical dark, oppressive sounds, it emphasizes spiritual light and rebirth. The album is both a tribute to the genre's roots and a personal, intimate artistic journey. The closing ambient track dedicated to the god Baldr adds a melancholic but radiant conclusion. Overall, it stands out as a thoughtful, meaningful release. Dive into Blóðtrú’s Sunwolf and discover a Black Metal album that lights the path to ancient pagan spirit and modern metal artistry.

 The impact force of sonic jewels like 'Hordes of Empire' or the beautiful 'Born for War' will not disappoint even those who still had some reservations about the early productions.

 Here I’m talking about music and will not dwell on the history of the band’s human vicissitudes.

Graveland’s album revisits classic Black Metal tracks with a fresh sound and renewed energy, maintaining the band’s pagan and controversial themes. The review praises the technical skill and emotional impact of the remake, highlighting its significance for both longtime fans and newcomers. The album stands out as a strong statement in the Black Metal community despite ideological debates. Discover Graveland’s powerful Black Metal journey—listen to 1050 Years of Pagan Cult and experience the pagan spirit renewed.

 The eternal clash between the rational and the irrational, between folklore and history, truth and legend, elements that can sometimes collide violently and generate pure and tremendous chaos.

 This 'wondrous and terrible' work reminds us what slithers at the bottom of our certainties, if you have the time and willingness to detach from the frenzy of modernity.

La Breiche’s album Le Mal Des Ardents masterfully merges dark medieval folklore with minimal, claustrophobic ambient music. Drawing inspiration from a historic disease and the tensions between myth and reality, it immerses listeners in eerie soundscapes filled with traditional instruments and haunting vocals. The album evokes the fear and reverence of the Middle Ages while reflecting on modern vulnerabilities. It is a profound and atmospheric journey for those seeking a deep connection to both history and sound. Dive into the haunting medieval world of La Breiche's Le Mal Des Ardents and experience a chilling pagan folk journey today!

 Wagner bursts forth in all his mastery and seems to solemnly introduce the turbulent career of this young talent.

 I feel a unique passion in the personal interpretation of artists like Nikitin and Schuster, fused together they create an authentic explosion.

This review highlights Evgeny Nikitin's exceptional vocal performance in Wagner opera arias, acknowledging his controversial past yet emphasizing his artistic value. The album showcases powerful renditions from major Wagner works with strong orchestral support. While the tracklist could be broader, the passion and skill displayed make the album a worthy tribute. The review balances personal interpretation with factual storytelling, focusing on the emotional depth of the music. Discover the stirring power of Wagner through Evgeny Nikitin's evocative performances—listen now and experience opera like never before!

 I consider a true gem of what they themselves define as 'electro-apocalyptic' and martial folk of unique intensity.

 Radio Europa... takes me back to my pilgrimages on the battlefields of the Great War... I find the 20th century, especially its first 20 years, in these notes. One word, ADORABLE.

This review praises Tronus Abyss's 2003 album 'Kampf' as a unique fusion of electro-apocalyptic and martial folk music. It highlights the band's evolution from symphonic black metal, their thematic depth rooted in European tradition, history, and mysticism, and the album's intense, hypnotic atmosphere. Key tracks like 'Radio Europa' and the Burzum cover stand out. Overall, the reviewer highly recommends experiencing the album. Dive into the haunting world of 'Kampf' by Tronus Abyss—listen now and experience a unique blend of history, myth, and electro-apocalyptic sound.

 If you seek stylistic perfection, innovation, and technique, listen to something else. Here you will find the deep and ancestral roots of traditional European paganism.

 Vikernes doesn’t care about trends or any 'aesthetic' landscapes... He does what he loves and he does it for those who can enter his world.

This review praises Burzum's The Ways of Yore for its deep roots in European paganism and ancient spirituality, emphasizing that technical perfection is not the album's aim. The reviewer urges listeners to separate the art from the artist's controversial past and to appreciate the album as a shamanic, trance-like journey. The work is described as polarizing but uniquely authentic, catering to those connected with mythology and traditional spirituality. Listen to Burzum's The Ways of Yore and immerse yourself in a timeless journey through ancient European pagan myths and shamanic atmospheres.