Inchiuvatu on DeBaser: Sicilian black metal, dialect, and tarantellas

The Profile

Inchiuvatu is a Sicilian black/black-death project led by Agghiastru, blending extreme metal with Sicilian folklore and dialect. Key releases discussed on DeBaser include Addisiu (1997), Piccatu (2004), and the double album Miseria (recorded 2007–2008). Live, the project juxtaposes piano-driven atmospheres with ferocious black metal.

One-man project by Agghiastru from Sciacca (Agrigento). Vocals are in Sicilian dialect and arrangements incorporate folk elements (flute, accordion, piano). Part of the so-called Mediterranean scene. Albums highlighted in reviews: Addisiu (1997), Piccatu (2004), Miseria (double album; sessions in 2007 and 2008). Noted live performance at Rende, Calabria (2007). Production credits include Agghiastru and Rosario Badalamenti.

DeBaser’s reviews portray Inchiuvatu as a fiercely original Sicilian black/black-death project by Agghiastru, sung in dialect and steeped in local folklore. Addisiu (1997) is praised as a high-water mark; Piccatu (2004) divides opinions; Miseria (2007–2008) refines the formula. A 2007 live set shows both piano-laden atmospheres and blistering black metal. Overall sentiment is strongly positive with one dissenting voice.

Notable Quotes

❝ Finally a black album that isn’t cookie-cutter, finally a black album that can be distinguished from the first to the last note.

❝ Agghiastru is a great talent.

❝ A historic event, of enormous proportions given the chronic shortage of significant musical events in the south and especially in the ill-fated land of Calabria.