There is a disturbing turned-inside-out feeling to the music of Skáphe which I am addicted to. Though the voice sounded more inhuman on the debut, their music keeps its unreal shape. Entleiber
The aptly named Gloomseeker turn in a powerhouse new LP, full of bleak, haunting songs, echo-drenched vocals, and shadowy atmospheres. Bandcamp New & Notable Apr 10, 2021
Thanks to Wyatt for pointing in Cosmic Church's direction! Ylistys - intimidating 75 minutes of Finnish black metal, written intelligently enough to not grow tedious. The production is a tad too clean for my taste, but that does not take away from the overall voraciousness or quality of the record. The lead melodies are overwhelmingly good and it strikes a fine balance between different moods - from melancholic and mournful to frenzied and unbridled. So much to discover here - recommendable! David Fischer