Fire + Ice is the music project led by English musician Ian Read. Described in DeBaser reviews as a central figure in apocalyptic/neofolk, the project released key albums from 1992 onward including Gilded by the Sun, Rûna (1996) and Fractured Man (2012).

Ian Read has collaborated and been associated with Current 93 and Sol Invictus. Reviews mention contributions and collaborations involving Michael Cashmore, Douglas Pearce, Blood Axis (Michael Moynihan, Annabel Lee), and others.

DeBaser's reviews consistently praise Ian Read's Fire + Ice as a central project in apocalyptic/neofolk. Critics highlight the ritual intensity, recurring runic/pagan themes and notable albums such as Rûna and Fractured Man. Collaborations with figures like Michael Cashmore, Douglas Pearce and Blood Axis are frequently mentioned.

For:Listeners of apocalyptic folk/neofolk, fans of Current 93 and Sol Invictus, listeners seeking pagan-runic themed folk music.

 the title-track, positioned at the start, is goosebumps in its purest form.

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 If Ian Read's art is based on the idea of research, "Runa" is the album of research par excellence.

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 Ian Read can be considered in every respect the fourth pillar of apocalyptic folk, alongside Douglas P., David Tibet, and Tony Wakeford.

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 What took place last night in the city of Genova, more precisely at the Anglican Church of the Holy Spirit, was probably the concert event of the year for all neo-folk enthusiasts.

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