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The first track 'Interference' is enough to understand that the sonic coordinates have not changed at all. Overall, we are looking at a good album, certainly dark and magmatic, which revives the cult of Loop and recalls the splendor of the old days.
The first track 'Interference' is enough to understand that the sonic coordinates have not changed at all.
Overall, we are looking at a good album, certainly dark and magmatic, which revives the cult of Loop and recalls the splendor of the old days.
Loop, pioneers of shoegaze, return with Sonancy, their first album in decades. The record balances their classic hypnotic guitar-driven sound with calmer, atmospheric tracks. Sonancy successfully revives the band's cult status while exploring darker, magmatic soundscapes. This album will especially appeal to fans of psychedelic rock and krautrock influences. Listen to Loop's mesmerizing new album Sonancy on Bandcamp and experience their iconic psychedelic shoegaze sound reborn.
Luigi Musolino is the best Italian horror writer: few other authors manage to evoke, from a realistic context, the ancestral and irrational fears that inhabit our psyche. Uironda represents “a boundary, a boundary between light and darkness, between the known and the unknown.”
Luigi Musolino is the best Italian horror writer: few other authors manage to evoke, from a realistic context, the ancestral and irrational fears that inhabit our psyche.
Uironda represents “a boundary, a boundary between light and darkness, between the known and the unknown.”
Luigi Musolino is praised as the best Italian horror writer, skillfully evoking deep-rooted fears through his realistic and unsettling stories. The anthology Uironda features 10 exceptional tales blending folklore, dread, and supernatural elements. Highlights include tales of otherworldly islands, terrifying landscapes, and Lovecraftian horrors. Musolino's refined style and thematic depth make Uironda essential for horror fans. The collection is celebrated for its dark atmospheres and evocative storytelling. Explore Luigi Musolino's Uironda and immerse yourself in the darkest corners of Italian horror literature.
In The chapters of the eclipse, almost like magic, we find the ethereal and subliminal atmospheres of the early Vidna Obmana. An album that should not be missing from the collection of ambient music followers.
In The chapters of the eclipse, almost like magic, we find the ethereal and subliminal atmospheres of the early Vidna Obmana.
An album that should not be missing from the collection of ambient music followers.
Alio Die and Dirk Serries reunite after 22 years to release 'The chapters of the eclipse', an ambient album featuring three long, meditative compositions. The work evokes early Vidna Obmana vibes combined with Alio Die's signature soundscapes, delivering calm, cosmic, and subliminal atmospheres. The album is praised for its ethereal quality and deep beauty and is highly recommended for ambient music enthusiasts. Listen now to the mesmerizing cosmic soundscapes of 'The chapters of the eclipse' and dive into a sublime ambient journey.
These are tales where we find esoteric conceptions based on the theme of "awakening from the state of sleep that is life." Bats is a precious collection that helps us delve deeper into the magical universe of Gustav Meyrink.
These are tales where we find esoteric conceptions based on the theme of "awakening from the state of sleep that is life."
Bats is a precious collection that helps us delve deeper into the magical universe of Gustav Meyrink.
Bats is a distinguished collection of Gustav Meyrink's esoteric short stories, many previously unpublished in Italy, filled with mysticism and symbolic narratives. The volume showcases tales connected with themes of spiritual awakening, ancient symbols, and dark prophecy, set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe. The introduction offers cultural insights, including the contrasting symbolism of bats in Chinese tradition. Enhanced by illustrations and detailed chronology, this edition reveals deeper dimensions of Meyrink's mystical vision. Discover the mystical world of Gustav Meyrink—read Bats and explore his timeless esoteric tales today!
Stearns’ music reaches peaks of pure poetry with its spatial, ethereal, and evanescent sound. Planetary Unfolding is the classic desert island album and should not be missing from the collection of ambient music followers.
Stearns’ music reaches peaks of pure poetry with its spatial, ethereal, and evanescent sound.
Planetary Unfolding is the classic desert island album and should not be missing from the collection of ambient music followers.
Michael Stearns' Planetary Unfolding is a seminal ambient and electronic album, recently remastered and reissued by Projekt. Featuring six movements, it offers a cosmic journey using the Serge Modular Synthesizer. Praised for its ethereal and poetic soundscape, it remains a foundational work inspiring many artists. Essential for ambient music enthusiasts. Listen to Michael Stearns’ Planetary Unfolding and immerse yourself in a timeless ambient journey through the cosmos.
The Voice in the Dawn is a masterpiece: set in the Sargasso Sea, it creates an eerie atmosphere with a haunting supernatural call. Hodgson’s descriptions evoke ‘the closeness of unnameable forces and monstrous impending entities,’ capturing cosmic horror at its best.
The Voice in the Dawn is a masterpiece: set in the Sargasso Sea, it creates an eerie atmosphere with a haunting supernatural call.
Hodgson’s descriptions evoke ‘the closeness of unnameable forces and monstrous impending entities,’ capturing cosmic horror at its best.
The review explores the third volume of William Hope Hodgson's sea-themed stories, curated by Pietro Guarriello. It highlights the impressive supernatural and maritime horror elements, with standout tales like The Voice in the Dawn and The Demons of the Sea. Though some stories are less significant, Hodgson’s imaginative power shines through. The comparison with H.P. Lovecraft enriches the context of these eerie narratives set mostly in the Sargasso Sea. Discover the chilling sea tales of William Hope Hodgson and dive into supernatural maritime horrors today!
The intensity of this work partly reminded me of that of Of Ruine, Or Some Blazing Starre, one of my favorite Current albums. One gets the sensation of wandering through melancholic and misty moors where the elusive figure of a ghost appears.
The intensity of this work partly reminded me of that of Of Ruine, Or Some Blazing Starre, one of my favorite Current albums.
One gets the sensation of wandering through melancholic and misty moors where the elusive figure of a ghost appears.
Current 93’s new album ‘If A City Is Set Upon A Hill’ continues David Tibet’s legacy of poetic and esoteric music. The album features melancholic and ethereal atmospheres with contributions from notable musicians. It reflects cosmic pessimism and minimalistic settings, offering a refined sound reminiscent of past classics. Fans of Current 93 will find much to appreciate in its consistent inspiration and haunting mood. Dive into the ethereal world of Current 93 and experience the haunting beauty of ‘If A City Is Set Upon A Hill’ today.
Some of the stories here are genuinely frightening and, in my opinion, should be considered small classics worthy of the best Clive Barker. Thanks to Luigi Musolino for peering into the abyss, revealing the dark outlines of the infernal reality that lurks within ourselves.
Some of the stories here are genuinely frightening and, in my opinion, should be considered small classics worthy of the best Clive Barker.
Thanks to Luigi Musolino for peering into the abyss, revealing the dark outlines of the infernal reality that lurks within ourselves.
Luigi Musolino's Un buio diverso showcases the author's full stylistic maturity in the Italian weird horror scene. The anthology contains chilling and psychologically complex stories that evoke repressed nightmares and reflect the dark terrains of the mind. Highlights include deeply disturbing tales like 'Come cani' and the title story, which expertly blend rural drama, folklore, and supernatural dread. The collection is a must-read for lovers of sophisticated horror and those drawn to the macabre. Stunning illustrations by David Fragale complement the intense narratives. Dive into Luigi Musolino's Un buio diverso and explore the chilling depths of Italian weird horror now!
In Robert Aickman… the real is a mosaic composed of strange pieces often fearfully devoid of meaning. For the English writer, ghost stories should not concern mere apparitions but grasp “the spirit behind the apparitions, the void behind the face of order.”
In Robert Aickman… the real is a mosaic composed of strange pieces often fearfully devoid of meaning.
For the English writer, ghost stories should not concern mere apparitions but grasp “the spirit behind the apparitions, the void behind the face of order.”
Robert Aickman's Sub Rosa is a collection of unsettling and original short stories that blend surrealism with psychological horror. The review highlights Aickman's unique voice, his use of art and reality, and his subtle exploration of the unconscious. The book is praised for its mature storytelling and thematic depth. It is highly recommended for first-time readers and fans of the weird fiction genre. Discover the haunting world of Robert Aickman’s Sub Rosa—dive into these masterful tales of the uncanny today!
Their debut Atrox Locus is an album to be savored slowly while reading a book of black magic or the tales of Edgar Allan Poe. I had the sensation of listening to an album of the same level as Tardo Pede In Magiam Versus by Jacula.
Their debut Atrox Locus is an album to be savored slowly while reading a book of black magic or the tales of Edgar Allan Poe.
I had the sensation of listening to an album of the same level as Tardo Pede In Magiam Versus by Jacula.
Mater A Clivis Imperat’s Atrox Locus channels a rich occult and esoteric ambiance inspired by 1970s prog and hard rock. Featuring soprano Elisa Di Marte and Gregorian chants, the album balances calm organ-driven pieces with intense, chant-enhanced tracks. The review highly praises its deep philosophical and musical journey, likening it to classic occult prog albums by Jacula. It’s recommended for listeners seeking dark, immersive experiences. Dive into the mysterious world of Atrox Locus—listen now and experience a unique occult prog journey.
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