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 It’s like a very thick fog that prevents you from seeing but if you try to touch it, doesn’t seem as consistent as it appears.

 Shape Of Despair distances themselves greatly from any conventions and customize a genre often considered boring.

Shape Of Despair's debut album Shades Of... is a landmark in funeral doom metal, blending deep melancholy with atmospheric instrumentation. Featuring members from top Finnish extreme metal bands, the album offers five haunting, lengthy tracks that craft a unique emotional journey through foggy isolation and sadness. Innovative use of female vocals and flute sets the album apart, creating a mood that captivates and sustains listener interest throughout. Dive into Shades Of... and experience the haunting depths of funeral doom like never before.

 The Kantele, a traditional Lappish metal-stringed instrument, produces a crystalline, heterogeneous, yet extremely cold acoustic sound.

 The feeling of being hunted, of being prey that runs and hides while observing the hunter, all described almost exclusively by musical instruments.

Nest's 'Trail Of The Unwary' offers a glacial, ambient experience rooted in Finnish tradition, dominated by the unique sound of the Kantele. The album blends tribal percussion and keyboards to create an atmospheric soundscape suited for reflection and background listening. While richly composed and evocative, some tracks can feel repetitive or challenging on initial listens. Recommended for those who appreciate subtle, expressive ambient music with a Nordic folk touch. Discover the icy ambient world of Nest's 'Trail Of The Unwary'—listen now and immerse yourself in atmospheric Nordic soundscapes!

 It remains the highest peak reached in the genre, and thus also by the artist.

 "Baldurs Tod" is like the end of a journey in lands where concrete doesn’t exist, asphalt is taboo, and probably not even man is allowed to enter.

Falkenbach's 1998 album ...Magni Blandinn Ok Megintiri... is a masterful fusion of Viking, folk, and black metal that achieves a balanced and innovative sound. Markus Tuemmers' solo work showcases impressive technical skill and rich atmospheres inspired by Nordic mythology. Spanning 6 tracks and 41 minutes, the album is praised for its melodic complexity and the effective synergy between keyboards, vocals, and guitar riffs. This album remains a high point in the extreme metal genre. Explore Falkenbach’s unique blend of Viking and black metal—listen to ...Magni Blandinn Ok Megintiri... and experience a legendary metal journey.

 I still don’t understand whether it’s a parody or if the intention was serious when this album was made.

 It wouldn’t be hard to imagine what kind of person Pòrz is, who in this solo project calls himself Count Buzzum.

Buzzum's album 'Sto Svanendo Ma Nessuno Se Ne Accorge' delivers 33 minutes of dark ambient sounds with varied influences. The review highlights its alienating and repetitive nature, questioning whether the work is a serious artistic effort or a parody. While not appealing to all, some listeners might find moments worth appreciating. The album's strange titles and unsettling atmospheres are central to its identity. Listen to Buzzum's mysterious dark ambient journey and decide if it's art or enigma.

 The flair of this duo is something phenomenal, even if the stylistic influences will be easily recognizable to those who are experts in black.

 In conclusion, I consider this album a real masterpiece, an excellent ability to reinvent something already written by others.

Ephel Duath's RePhormula is praised as a technically impressive and innovative progressive symphonic black metal album. The duo skillfully combines industrial elements and intricate melodies while honoring black metal traditions. The reviewer highlights standout tracks and the inclusion of rare demo material, acknowledging the album as a coherent and provocative masterpiece despite some weaker remixes. The comparison to Emperor is inevitable but the album stands strong on its own merit. Explore Ephel Duath's RePhormula now and experience a unique blend of progressive and symphonic black metal innovation!

 They have returned to prove they are one of the 3 Kings of English doom metal.

 "Never for the damned" is the immediate proof of what I just said. Granitic, heavy, and monochord riffs of devastation.

Paradise Lost’s 2007 album In Requiem marks a conscious shift back to their doom metal roots, leaving behind previous pop rock experimentation. The album features slower tempos, heavy riffs, and darker gothic elements with stable core members. While the album is solid and appreciated by genre fans, much of it feels somewhat redundant, showing a hesitant return rather than a bold new direction. Notable tracks include "Never for the Damned" and "Requiem," showcasing heavy and intricate compositions. Dive into Paradise Lost’s In Requiem to experience a powerful return to doom metal’s dark and heavy core.

 Never have I felt despair and the desire to suffer as violently real as with this record.

 His voice doesn’t exist, only the most excruciating and sharp screams a human can emit.

Silencer's 'Death-Pierce Me' is a raw and intense depressive black metal album driven by Nattramn's tortured vocals and a creative musical backdrop by Leere and Steve Wolz. The album explores themes of pain, despair, and mental illness through harsh screams, complex riffs, and rich soundscapes. Despite its challenging nature, it stands out for its emotional depth and innovative sound production. The reviewer admires its authenticity and emotional impact, though it may not be considered one of the all-time best. Dive into the haunting world of Silencer's Death-Pierce Me and experience the raw intensity of depressive black metal.

 Dolorian’s music is not at all for the masses, it doesn’t aim to be a reference point or to astonish with mastery and skill. It is an end in itself.

 The heart lacerated continues to die, even though it has already tried several times.

Dolorian's Voidwards offers a slow, repetitive doom metal experience marked by themes of solitude and darkness. The album maintains a consistent style without major innovations but delivers emotional depth through its crushing riffs and haunting atmosphere. Moments like the acoustic 'The Flow Of Seething Visions' provide a minimalist contrast. Overall, the album is an immersive, somber journey into bleak soundscapes. Dive into Dolorian’s Voidwards and experience an intense, immersive journey through darkness and despair.

 The music mocks us, and indeed this is the impression with 'When All The Laughter Has Gone.'

 It is minimalist music, it cannot be listened to inattentively or as a background.

Dolorian's debut album, 'When All the Laughter Has Gone,' offers a unique and unclassifiable style merging doom and black metal. The music conveys deep emotions with unpredictable tempo changes and dark atmospheres. Each track evolves slowly, feeding on themes of pain, fear, and apathy. The album demands attentive listening and showcases the band's mastery in blending motifs without conventional solos. Dive into Dolorian's haunting doom metal journey and experience the dark, emotional depths of 'When All the Laughter Has Gone.'

 "Ancient, decadent, moody, ruthless, this elusive and uniquely styled album combines medieval sounds and folk passages with extreme metal."

 "The sensations of isolation and tedium are extremely strong, the fierce voice is that of a wounded soul finding no comfort in anything."

Estatic Fear's Somnium Obmutum is a unique and challenging metal album blending medieval sounds, folk passages, and multiple metal subgenres. The work is moody and complex, with long, evolving tracks that evoke isolation and anguish. Featuring varied instrumentation and multilingual lyrics, it offers a rare symphonic metal experience that demands slow, immersive listening. The album is praised for its musicianship and ambitious genre fusion. Dive into the immersive soundscape of Estatic Fear's Somnium Obmutum and experience one of metal's most unique journeys today!