Maahlas/Nightmare Years/2014 Full Length Review

  Maahlas  are  a  band  from   Norway  that  plays  a  very  melodic  and  progressive  form  of  black/death  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  self  released  2014  album  "Nightmare  years".

  A  very  fast,  aggressive  and  melodic  black  metal  sound  starts  off  the  album  along  with  some  aggressive  screams  and  angry  sounding  shouts  and  a  few  seconds  later  they  start  adding  more  symphonic  elements  in  their  musical  sound  as  well  as  a  good  mixture  between  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.

  You  can  hear  a  great  amount  of  progressive  death  metal  parts  in  the  bands  musical  style  as  well  as  acoustic  guitars  being  added  into  certain  sections  of  the  recording  as  well  as  being  showcased  in  a  brief  instrumental  later  on  during  the  album  which  also  bring  in  an  early  Opeth  influence  and  after  awhile  the  vocals  starting  adding  more  of  a  deeper  death  metal  orientated  sound  while  also  still  using  black  metal  vocals  and  after  awhile  the  faster  parts  start  adding  in  more  elements  of  thrash  and  the  modern  Norwegian  black  metal  sound  as  well  as  adding  in  a  small  amount  of  spoken  word  parts.

  All  of  the  musical  instruments  on  the  recording  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  and  the  solos  and  leads  the  band  uses  are  in  more  of  a  melodic  musical  direction  and  the  band  also  adds  in  elements  of  prog  to  both  the  synths  and  guitars  and  on  some  of  the  alter  tracks  there  is  the  addition  of  clean  singing  which  also  adds  more  to  the  atmospheric  side  of  the  bands  musical  style  while  the  heavier  and  faster  parts  also  bring  in  a  small  amount  of  blast  beats  at  times.

  Maahlas  takes  a  very  melodic  style  of  Norwegian  black  metal  and  mixes  it  with  death  and  progressive  metal  to  create  and  album  that  is  very  heavy  yet  atmospheric  and  original  all  at  the  same  time,  the  production  sounds  very  professional  for  being  a  self  released  recording  while  the  lyrics  are  a  concept  album  based  on  the  confusions  and  frustrations  of  life  along  with  a  touch  of  mythology.

  In  my  opinion  Maahlas  are  a  very  great  sounding  progressive  and  melodic  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  and  of  those  musical  genres,  you  should  check  out  this  band.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Sun  Of  The  Sumerian"  "An  Ancestral  Memory"  ":Nightmare  Years"  and  "Simulacrum  of  Reality".  8  out  of  10.

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Oprich/Winds' Heavy Mead/Casus Belli Musica/2014 EP Review

  Oprich  are  a  band  from  Russia  that  has  been  featured  before  in  this  zine  with  an  atmospheric  form  of  folk  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2014  ep  "Winds'  Heavy  Mead"  which  was  released  by  Casus  Belli  Musica.

  Nature  sounds  start  off  the  ep  along  with  some  clean  guitars  and  folk  instruments  as  well  as  some  melodic  pagan  vocals  which  leads  to  a  heavier  direction  which  also  sees  blackened  death  metal  growls  becoming  a  part  of  the  music  while  also  keeping  around  the  folk  music  elements  and  adding  melody  into  the  heavier  sections  of  the  music.

  The  following  tracks  are  also  in  the  heavy  folk  metal  direction  as  well  as  adding  in  a  small  amount  of  fast  parts  at  times  and  they  also  bring  in  a  good  amount  of  both  clean  and  heavy  parts   and  the  3rd track  is  all  acoustic  and  they  close  the  ep  with  a  cover  of  Temnozer's  "Folkstorm  Of  the  Azure  Nights"  which  also  sees  them  adding  in  female  vocals  and  the  song  is  10  minutes  in  length  along  with  small  amounts  of  blast  beats.

  Oprich  remain  true  to  their  atmospheric  folk  metal  sound  sticking  to  the  same  direction  as  the  album they  released a  year  back,  the  production  is  very  professional  sounding  and  the  lyrics  cover  Russian  folklore  and  Paganism.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Oprich  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  folk  metal,  you  should  check  out  this  ep.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Winds'  Heavy  Mead"  and  "Volga's  Lullaby".  8  out  of  10.  

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Morb/Le Theatre de Satan/Senseless Life Records/2014 CD Review

  Morb  are  a  1  man  band  from  Canada  that  plays  a  very  atmospheric  and  symphonic  form  of  black/folk  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2014  album  "Le  Theatre  de  Satan"  which  was  released  be  Senseless  Life  Records.

  Folk  music  sounds  start  off  the  album  and  after  the  first  track  the  music  starts  getting  more  heavy  and  starts  going  into  a  folk  metal  direction  along  with  a  good  amount  of  melody  and  adding  in  black  metal  vocals  along  with  symphonic  elements  and  a  great  amount  of  violins  are  utilized  throughout  the  recording.

  When  the  album  goes  into  some  of  the  other  tracks  a  small  amount  of  blast  beats  are  brought  in  during  some  of  the  faster  parts  of  the  album  which  are  rare  since  the  album  is  mostly  in  a  mid  paced  direction  and  after  awhile  melodic  female  vocals  start  becoming  a  part  of  the  music  at  times  as  well  as  bringing  in  a  more  pagan  atmosphere.

  As  the  album  progresses  the  male  vocals  also start  adding  in  more  operatic  sounds  while  mostly  remaining  true  to  the  black  metal  style  of  screaming  and  some  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length   and  also  have  a  3  part  concept  going  on  with  them  as  well  as  having  more  epic  elements  in  the  songs.

  The  3  song  concept  takes  the  album  into  a  more  symphonic  and  classical  music  genre  while  also  adding  in  more  fast  black  metal  elements  which  where  not  a  part  of  the  first  half  of  the  album  and  the  music  also  starts  incorporating  more  gothic  and  operatic  moments  as  well  as  making  the  3rd  song  in  the  concept  all  instrumental  and  the  album  closes  with  a  symphonic  black  metal  version  of  Celine  Dion's  "My  Heart  Will  Go  On".

  Morb  have  a  very  diverse sound  with  his  music  starting  out  in  a  more  folk/black  metal  direction  and  getting  more  symphonic  and  classical  influenced  as  the  album  progresses,  the  production  sounds  very  professional  and  the  lyrics  are  written  in  a  mixture  of  English  and  French  and  cover  Satanism  and  Occult  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Morb  are  a  very  great  sounding  atmospheric  and  symphonic  black/folk  metal  project  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  recording.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Joker"  "Le  Clochard  en  Costume"  "Terre  Chapiteau"  and  "My  Heart  Will  Go  On".  8  out  of  10.

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Atra Vetosus Interview

1. Can you give us an update on what is going with the band these days?

We have just had our Launceston album launch show which was great, now we’re gearing up for the Hobart album launch and also just about to start learning some of the new material for the next album.

2. How would you describe the musical sound of the new album and how it differs from previous releases?
I think it’s a lot more versatile than the demo we released back in 2011 and a lot more going on particularly with the vocals and keyboards. But it sticks to the same Swedish Melodic Black Metal sound.

3. What are some of the lyrical topics and subjects the band explores with the new release?
On the album the lyrics are mostly about nature and solitude, it feels like people are always caught up in their lives and never stop and enjoy the world around us and i feel that music can be sometimes be a way of escaping all that.

4. What is the meaning and inspiration behind the bands name?
The band’s name translates to Ancient Dark Winds, which in latin (Atra Vetosus) sounds awesome.

What are some of the best shows that the band has played so far and how would you describe your stage performance?
We have played some great shows and met heaps of awesome people and bands, it’s hard to mention just a couple but our NSW shows were fun. For me there was something really special about our first ever gig, was in March 2012 in Hobart, Hobart and Launceston shows are always great!

6. Do you have any touring plans for the future?
Yeah we hope to play all around Australia and eventually if we can afford it as a band to tour other parts of the world as well!

7. Currently you are signed to Immortal Frost Productions, how did you get in contact with this label and how would you describe the support they have given you so far?
Slikver founded IFP and was involved with it for a number of years, and eventually stepped down from his role there and its all run from Belgium now.

8. On a worldwide level how has the feedback been to your music by fans of melodic black metal?
The reception has been great so far, Melodic BM fans seem to pick up the influences from Naglfar, Vinterland and all those Melodic Swedish acts which is great.

9. What is going on with the other musical project these days?
haha well there’s a lot there. Slikver and myself (Thorodan) have a few active projects at the moment.
Lost in Desolation a Depressive Black Metal project with our first full length nearly complete.
Oblivaeon which is a Doom/Melodic Black Metal project with Dave Luck from Nosce Teipsum doing guitars and composition.
Slikver has his solo project Astral Winter which also has an album in the making and Hammerstorm which is folk metal.
Josef is getting involved with playing drums for some local musicians and I’m starting to work on some solo Ambient BM stuff.

10. What direction do you see your music heading into on future releases?
At the moment the next album is going to continue on with the theme of the last album but will have even more melodic aspects, more keyboards and maybe even some female vocals.

11. What are some bands or musical styles that have influenced your newer music and also what are you listening to nowadays?
Main influences on the music is pretty much everything from the mid 90’s Swedish Melodic Black Metal scene, although we all listen to different styles of music and that will come out a bit in the music.

12. Outside of music what are some of your interests?
We all have lots of different things that keep us busy outside of music, I really enjoy doing video, audio and graphic work so i keep myself busy doing all sorts of things there. Josh has recently been hiking up in the Cradle Mountain area and the photos he has shown look amazing. Joe is an artist and is always working on arts stuff. We all have many interests, Lopez works as a chef and Damon knows just about everything about music and movies.

Any final words or thoughts before we wrap up this interview?
Thanks for the interview and thanks to all those who took time to read all this,We hope you guys are all enjoying the new release and look forward to much much more from Atra Vetosus in the coming years!

-Answers by Josh ‘Thorodan’ gee

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Atra Vetosus/Voices From The Eternal Night/Immortal Frost Productions/2013 CD Review

  Atra  Vetosus  are  a  band  from  Australia  that  plays  a  very  atmospheric  and  melodic  form  of  black  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2012  album  "Voices  From  The  Eternal  Night"  which  was  released  by  Immortal  Frost  Productions.

  Drums  range  from  slow,  mid  paced  to  fast  drumming  with  some  blast  beats  being  utilized  at  times,  while  the  keyboards  when  they  are  utilized  bring  a  very  dark  and  atmospheric  sound  to  the  recording,  as  for  the  bass  playing  it  has  a  very  dark  tone  with  riffs  that  follow  the  riffing  that  are  coming  out  of  the  guitars.

  Rhythm  guitars  range  from  slow,  mid  paced  to  fast  melodic  black  metal  riffs  that  are  very  dark  and  melodic  sounding,  while  the  lead  guitars  are  very  dark  and  melodic  sounding  black  metal  guitar  solos  and  leads,  as  for  the  classical  guitars  when  they  are  utilized  they  use  finger  picking  and  full  chords  to  enhance  the  dark  atmosphere  of  the  recording.

  Vocals  range  from  grim  sounding  and  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  to some  clean  singing  and  spoken  word  parts,  while  the  lyrics  cover  dark  and  metaphysical  themes,  as  for  the  production  it  has  a  very  strong,  powerful,  heavy  and  dark  sound  with  some  of  the  songs  being  long  and  epic  in  length.

  In  my  opinion  Atra  Vetosus  are  a  very  great  sounding  atmospheric  melodic  black  metal  band  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  this   musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Skies  Of  Obsidian  Rain"  "Spirit  Of  The  Forgotten  Woods"  and  "Tortured  By  The  Light  Of  A  Thousand  Star".  RECOMMENDED  BUY.

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Forlorn Path Interview

1. Can you give us an update on what is going on with the band these days?

Yuriy: The album only came out two months ago, so we're working on getting it out there. So far we've seen a lot of great responses and reviews, which is excellent. I'm already having ideas for future material now and then. But the album was a major endeavor that took a lot of energy, and we're taking some time to take care of things outside of the band right now.

2. How would you describe the musical sound of the new album?

Yuriy: Black/Doom? Blackened doom? That's how most people seem to describe it, and I'd agree with that. It's a dark album, depressing in a way, but hopeful at the same time. It's meant to be a kind of journey through different emotions, ranging from sadness to despair to hope. Most of the reviews have been pretty spot on in describing the sound, actually, except they do a much better job than I could.

3. What are some of the lyrical topics and subjects the band explores with the new release?
Yuriy: Most of them deal with personal loss, grief - as well as the state of the world as a whole. So, as I said - pretty depressing. But I think there's beauty in that, too.

Dave: My biggest lyrical contribution was for "What Lies Beyond". I got the idea for it from an episode of "The Universe" that was talking about "The Death of the Universe" and the 'deep freeze' theory. The lyrics were heavily inspired by that show and theory.

4. What is the meaning and inspiration behind the band's name?
Yuriy: It has to do with many concepts...I don't want to get too into this, but one important part of it is the idea of being true to yourself.

5. What are some of the best shows that the band has played so far and how would you describe your stage performance?
Dave: We had a very....peculiar....stage presence with the configuration of our old lineup. Keyboards were in the middle along with the bass and they were flanked by the two guitars. That's definitely not something you see every day in metal!

Yuriy: For future performances, I'd like to make sure we create a proper atmosphere. Lighting, incense...it needs to all fit together to create an experience for the people at the show. I want it to be something special, especially since we don't get to play often these days.

6. Do you have any touring plans for the future?
Yuriy: I'd really like to, but right now our lives are so unstable that it would be difficult to organize. However, once things calm down a bit, if there's enough of a demand, it's definitely possible. Hell, even if there's only five people in an entire city that would come out to see us, it would still be worth it.

7. Currently you are unsigned, are you looking for a label and if so what kind of label do you feel that would be a perfect fit for the music?

Yuriy: Well, it would certainly be nice to be signed to something like Profound Lore or Peaceville, but whether we'll be fortunate enough for that to happen remains to be seen. I don't really think about that stuff too much - I just want to keep writing music, and hopefully some people somewhere are able to connect with it. That's all that matters.

8. On a worldwide level how has the feedback been to your music by fans of underground metal?
Dave: The bits and pieces that we've been hearing are very positive! It has been absolutely thrilling to hear positive feedback on the CD from so many different people and places.

Yuriy: Yeah, it's a great feeling waking up and seeing that someone over in Germany or Poland or Italy had really enjoyed the album. It's really rewarding to be able to connect with people from all over the world through our music.

9. What direction do you see your music heading into on future releases?
Yuriy: It took us quite a bit of time to find our sound, but I think Man's Last Portrait is a good example of where the band is going, musically. To be honest, I like it far more than our demos, and it also draws more on the influences closest to my heart; the ones I always end up coming back to. Of course, the next release won't be exactly the same - I'd like to incorporate new elements and give people something really unique. But it will still be dark, and likely quite melodic. One thing I can say for sure is I'd like to devote ample time to the songwriting process, and record in an environment that will really get us the perfect sound for the music. It may take quite a bit of time, but I guarantee it will be worth the wait.

10. Are there any other musical projects besides this band or is this a full time line up?
Dave: We're pretty busy in our lives outside of Forlorn Path; I am working on becoming a history teacher and Yuriy is working on a computer science degree, and we both have jobs outside of school as well, so we're always doing stuff!

Yuriy: That sums it up. Absolutely no time for other projects right now. I barely even have time to make it out to a local show anymore. I'm just looking forward to being done with this degree so that I can have time to devote to music again.

11. What are some bands or musical styles that have influenced your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?

Dave: I grew up on New Wave of British Heavy Metal and honestly didn't really get into black/doom metal until I met Yuriy in college. I'll listen to choral music one day and punk rock the next; I'm one of those people. My most recent obsession was dubstep, but I think I'm finally getting out of that phase now...

Yuriy: A lot of people have been noticing influences like Agalloch and Swallow the Sun in our music, and that's definitely accurate. I've been listening to them for many years. A few other doom metal bands - I've been listening to Woods of Ypres quite a bit lately. A lot of quiet stuff, too - Tenhi, Ulver, various classical/new age pianists and such.

12. Outside of music what are some of your interests?
Dave: I'm really into politics/current events, follow science news pretty closely, love video games and doing stuff outside.

Yuriy: Hiking, reading, and red wine. Mostly low key stuff. I play videogames on the rare occasion something I would enjoy comes out. The Witcher was great.

13. Any final words or thoughts before we wrap up this interview?

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Gukurahundi Interview

1.Can you tell us a little bit about the band for those that have never heard of you before?

LN- Basically we are an underground band that wants to bring a fresh new take on blackened death metal. We explore the ethereal and horrors of the world and just enjoy writing and producing songs. Right now we are just a studio project and try to experiment with different sounds and aspects of the music we enjoy playing.

2. How would you describe your musical sound?

LN- We use a lot of black metal key structures and use the whole ambience feel of the genre, but we do it in a melodic way and definitely utilize groove death metal into our songs as well. At times the music can get that thrashy black metal vibe and we even throw in some blues and rock elements. I try not to limit myself in what music will come out and basically the band is always experimenting in sound, trying to evolve and progress.

3. What are some of the lyrical topics and subjects the band explores with the music?

LN- I usually come up with a title that represents the feeling or mood of the music and Pete will approach it with his own style and view on the songs. I hope to incorporate more African themes to the songs in the future but it all depends on the the music itself.

PC- Usually Lawrence will give me the name of the song along with the track so from the get go so I will have a rough understanding of what he's feeling in the music and how to approach the lyrics. For this band I mainly try to write lyrics that straddle the line between fantasy and reality. I attempt to visualize the scenario presented in the music and capture what I see down to the most grotesque detail. 

4. What is the meaning and inspiration behind the bands name?

LN- Its the name given to a genocide which happened In Zimbabwe during the 80s. It portrays the ruthlessness of Africa and the aftermath of colonialism. The bands name is very personal to me as I grew up in Zimbabwe and have been witness to some pretty horrendous acts.

5. Currently the band members are in 2 different states, how do you organize the recording process?

LN- (Laughs) Yeah at times it can be a little difficult but we manage. Of course we would both rather be living in the same state a tleast but other commitments in our lives have made it tough. So far things have been rather smooth and everything has worked out. Maybe in the future as the band grows we could work in person and with other musicians.

PC- You would think communication would be difficult, especially with the 3 hour time difference but we are pretty good about working things out and being patient. For example, the song 'Dethroned' was probably our best test of team work, the song went through at least 3 different evolutions before both sides were completely happy.. in the end I think the results have been pretty amazing. 

6. The new release came out of Manicidic Records, how did you get in contact with this label and how would you describe the support they have given you so

LN- Right now the band is in its early stages of development and being with a large label wouldn't really be the best thing. Manicidic is perfect for where we are right now and Pete has done well in promoting and organizing releases for the band.

PC- I've owned and operated the label since its inception in 2005. 'An Apparition In Nocturnal Splendor' is the 30th release to date. Being a part-time label run by only myself, signing and committing to more than 2 or 3 projects at a time is difficult both financially and emotionally. I like to think that a small roster comprised of friends and personal projects can never fail. 

7. On a worldwide level how has the feedback been so  far by fans of melodic black and death metal?

LN- Better than what i thought actually. We have received alot of positive remarks from the material that we have released so far and the support has been much appreciated by both Pete and I. We dont know what the future holds but right now it does like promising

PC- So far so good! Of the reviews, comments and blurbs I've read so far every one of them has been positive. I'm astounded how many downloads our links have generated in just about 2 weeks of being live. Hopefully more will follow. 

8. Are there any other musical projects besides this band?

LN- Well right now I have alot of other commitments in my life and its even difficult to find time for Gukurahundi but as things slow down I want to focus on the band more. I do have another project I am working on but things are still in the early stages of development.

PC- I'm forever staying busy with music. I'm currently finishing up an EP to be released this summer with a grindcore band named Danny Tanner, also currently recording an EP with an OSDM/thrash band named Psionics to be released in the Fall as well as recording a demo with an international technical death metal band named Arcain. 

9. What direction do you see your music heading into on future releases?

LN- Once the release of the EP is done we will begin writing for the full length. We already have a couple of songs done and the direction is more ambient in a way. Right now the band could be taken in any direction and we will just have to see what happens musically. I do, however, know that the next album will be more progressive and a lot darker.

10. What are some bands or musical styles that have influenced your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?

LN- I basically listen to anything really. It all depends on if I feel a connection to the music. My major influences are Decapitated, Arch Enemy, Cult of Luna, Naglfar, Akercocke, Behemoth and Opeth because that is the stuff I grew up on but I do like to incorporate more obscure music into my style. Lately I have been jamming out to Goatwhore, Abigail Williams, and The Atlas Moth. I recently became a fan of Ghost, I think they bring something unique and fresh to the world of metal.

PC- I'm a huge music nerd, I have a collection of almost 4000 cds. I was raised on NJ hardcore and old school death metal. Recently, I've been stuck on obscure death metal albums and demos from 1989-1994 (Autopsy, Asphyx, Depravity, etc) and 90's black metal (Ulver, Dark Funeral, Abazagorath, etc). I love the resurgence of OSDM happening recently, bands like Horrendous, Vorum, Disma and Krypts have released some very punishing material as of late.  

11. Does Occultism play any role in your music?

LN- I think that they do. I am not religious but I connect to the darkness and mysticism of this world. To me its all about the energy we feel and how we interact with it. There is alot of torment and despair in the world of late and black metal is the perfect channel for its release. I am not trying to invoke or praise anything in my music, only trying to create a musical representation of my thoughts and feelings.

PC- Occultism is honestly a big part in most of the music and bands I've been apart of. Not necessarily from any kind of religious stand point but more so in the general themes, beliefs and the thought provoking in which they cause. I like to think that there is so much in which we have yet to understand, thoughts like that drive me study and write about what they could be. 

12. Outside of music what are some of your interests?

LN- Family and Music are basically my main interests. If i get spare time I enjoy hiking and just being out in the natural world. The geeky side of me is into physics and spiritualism. Nothing too exciting really (laughs)

PC- Beer, Wine and Spirits. I'm a certified WSET and Cicerone. Booze pays my bills hahaha. 

13. Any final words or thoughts before we wrap up this interview?

LN- Would like to thank everyone for the amazing support for the EP release. We hope you all enjoy it as much as we enjoyed writing it \m/

PC- I hope your readers like the EP, thanks for doing this.

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Gukurahundi/An Apparition In Nocturnal Splendor/Manicidic Records/2013 EP Review

  Gukurahundi  are  a  band  with  members  from  both  California  and  New  Jersey  with  a  musical  style that  mixes  melodic  black  metal  with  atmospheric  elements,  death  metal,  and  rock  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2013  ep  "An  Apparition  In  Nocturnal  Splendor"  which  was  released  by  Manicidic  Records.

  Drums  range  from  slow,  mid  paced  to  fast  drumming  with  some  blast  beats  being  utilized  at  times,  while  the  bass  playing  has  a  very  strong  and  powerful tone  with  heavy  riffing  that  dominates  throughout  the  recording,  as  for  the  pianos  they  are  only  used  briefly and  they  bring  a  dark  and  atmospheric  sound  to  the  recording.

  Rhythm  guitars  range  from  slow,  mid  paced  to  fast  riffs  that  combine  melodic  black  metal,  death  metal  and  rock  together  to  create  a  sound  of  their  own,  while  the  lead  guitars  are  very  melodic  sounding  black/death  metal  guitar  solos  and  leads,  as  for  the  acoustic  guitars  they  are  only used  briefly  and  they  use  finger  picking  to  add  more  originality  to  the  music.

  Vocals  range  from  high  pitched  black  metal  screams,  deep  death  metal  growls  and  whispers,  while  the  lyrics  cover  darkness,  anarchy  and  anti  christian  themes,  as  for  the  production  it h as  a  very  strong,  powerful,  heavy  and  dark  sound  where  you  can  hear  all  of  the  musical  instruments  that  are  present  on  this  recording.

  In  my  opinion  Gukurahundi  are  a  very  great  sounding  melodic  black/death metal  band  and if  you  are  a  fan  of  this  musical  genre,  you  should  check  out  this  recording.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Dethroned"  and  "The  Carcass  Of  Christ".  RECOMMENDED  BUY.

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