Wedrowcy-Tulacze-Zbiegi/Trzy Siostry/Devoted Art Propaganda/2022 EP Review

 

   Poland's  Wedrowcy-Tulacze-Zbieg  have  returned  with  a  new  recording  which  continues  the  experimental  rock style  that  they  have  introduced  on  previous  releases  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2022  ep  "Trzy  Siostry"  which  will  be  released  in  June  by  Devoted  Art  Propaganda.

  Dark  sounding  synths  start  off  the  ep  along  with  some  programmed  beats  a  few  seconds  later  which  also  adds  in  touches  of  synth  pop  and  post  punk.  Most  of  the  tracks  are  also  very  long  and  epic  in  length  while  the  vocals  are  done  in  mostly  a  clean  style  which  also  shows  an  influence  of  goth  rock. 

  Spoken  word  parts  can  also  be  heard  briefly  while  bass  guitars  can  also  be  heard  at  times  while t he  music  also  has  its  experimental  moments.  All  of  the  tracks  also  sound  very  different  from  each  other  along  with  one  song  also  introducing  clean  guitars  onto  the  recording  and  Gregorian  chants  can  also b e  heard  briefly.

  On  this  recording  Wedrowcy-Tulacze -Zbieg  drop  all  metal  elements  and  goes  even  further  into  an  experimental  rock  direction.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while t he  lyrics  are  written  in  Polish  and  cover  philosophical  themes.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Wedrowcy-Tulacze-Zbieg  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  experimental  rock,  you  should  check  out  this  ep.  RECOMMENDED  TRACK  "pierwsza_siostra".  8  out  of  10.

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Bekor Qilosh/Throes Of Death From The Dreamed Nihilism/I, Voidhanger Records/2022 Full Length Review

 

    Bekor  Qilosh  are  a  solo  project  from  Italy  that  plays  an  avant  garde  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  his  2022  album  "Throes  Of  Death  From  The  Dreamed  Nihilism"  which  will  be  released  in  June  by  I,  Voidhanger  Records.

  Black  metal  screams  and  heavy  riffing  starts  off  the  album  while  the  faster  sections  of  the  songs  also  add  in  a  decent  amount  of  blast  beats.  Death  metal  growls  are  also  utilized  at  times  along  with  the  music  also  having  its  technical  and  progressive  moments  and  the  riffs  also  add  in  a  lot  of  melody.

  When  guitar  solos  and  leads  are  utilized  they  are  also  done  in  a  very  technical  style  while  the  songs  also  add  in  a  decent  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  Synths  can  also  be  heard  in  certain  sections  of  the  recording  along  with  the  tracks  also  adding  in  a  decent  amount  of  avant  garde  elements  as  well  as  adding  in  some  synths,  stringed  instruments  and  session  work  from  members  of  Cosmic  Putrefaction,  Landscape  Of  Zeroes  Fleshgod  Apocalypse  and  Sadist,  .

  Bekor  Qilosh  plays  a  musical  style  that  takes  progressive  black,  technical  death  and  avant  garde  metal  and  mixes  them  together  to  create  a  sound  of  his  own.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  cover  dark,  nihilistic  and  apocalyptic  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Bekor  Qilosh  are  a  very  great  sounding  avant  garde  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  those  musical  genres,  you  should  check  out  this  solo  project.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Cryptic  hatred"  and  "Wretched  Dawn".  8  out  of  10.

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Devils Architect/Baptized In Blood And Blasphemy/2021 Full Length Review

 

  Devils  Architect  are  a  duo  form  Milwaukee,  Oregon  that  plays  a  symphonic  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  self  released  2021  album  "Baptized  In  Blood  And  Blasphemy".

  A  very  dark  yet  heavy  sound  starts  off  the  album  while  the  vocals  are  mostly  grim  sounding  black  metal  screams  along  with  some  death  metal  growls  also  being  utilized  at  times.  Symphonic  elements  are  also  added  into  the  heavier  sections  of  the  songs  and  the  solos  and  leads  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style.

  When  the  music  speeds  up  a  decent  amount  of  blast  beats  can  also  be  heard  while  the  songs  also  add  in  a  decent  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.  Clear  vocals  are  also  added  on  some  of  the  tracks  along  with  the  riffs  also  adding  in  a  good  amount  of  melody  as  well  as  one  song  also  adding  in  a  small  amount  of  industrial  touches.

  Devils  Architect  plays  a  musical  style  that  takes  symphonic  black  and  death  metal  and  mixes  them  together  to  create  a  sound  of  their  own.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  cover  hauntings,  demon  possessions,  demonic  entities,  evil  spirits,  monsters  and  blasphemy  themes.

  In  my  opinion  Devils  Architect  are  a  very  great  sounding  symphonic  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  those  musical  genres,  you  should  check  out  this  duo.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Father  of  Darkness"  "Manifesting  Terror"  "Unholy  Divine"  and  "Summoned  By  Burning  Light".  8  out  of  10.

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Vinterdracul/The Lee Variations/Canticle Throe/2022 Full Length Review

 

  Vinterdracul  are  a  duo  from  Baltimore,  Maryland  that  has  had  music  reviewed  before  in  this  zine  and  on  this  recording  goes  for  more  of  a  black  metal  influenced  form  of  gothic  rock  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2022  album  "The  lee  Variations"  which  will  be  released  in  July  by  Canticle  Throe.

  A  very  powerful  and  melodic  gothic  rock  sound  starts  off  the  album  while  you  can  also  hear  all  of  the  musical  instruments  that  are  present  on  the  recording.  Synths  are  also  mixed  in  with  the  heavier  sections  of  the  songs  along  with  the  vocals  being  mostly  high  pitched  black  metal  screams  and  all  of  the  drum  beats  are  programmed.

  Melodies  are  also  added  into  some  of  the  guitar  riffing  while  some  of  the  riffing  also  adds  in  a  touch  of  post  punk.  When  the  music  speeds  up  a  small  amount  of  blast  beats  can  also  be  heard  along  with  the  guitar  leads  and  solos  also  being  done  in  a  very  melodic  style  when  they  are  utilized  and  the  songs  also  add  in  a  decent  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts.

  On  this  recording  Vinterdracul  remain  true  to  the  black  metal  influenced  style  of  gothic  rock  that  they  had  established  on  their  previous  release.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  are  a  concept  album  based  upon  a  vampire  and  his  journeys  through  life.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Vinterdracul  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  black  metal  influenced  gothic  rock,  you  should  check  out  this  album.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "End  Scene"  "Ten  Years"  "Phantom  Of  The  Future"  and  "Undead".  8  out  of  10.

  https://vinterdracul.bandcamp.com/album/the-lee-variations           

Obscurcis Romancia/The Bringer Of Light/2022 EP Review

 

  Obscuris  Romancia  are  a  band  from  Quebec,  Canada  that  plays  a  symphonic  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  self  released  2022  ep  "The  Bringer  Of  Light".

  The  sounds  of  chaos  start  off  the  ep  before  going  into  a  very  fast  and  brutal  direction  which  also  utilizes  a  great  amount  of  tremolo  picking  and  blast  beats.  Vocals  are  a  mixture  of  black  metal  screams  and  death  metal  growls  while  the  keyboards  also  give  the  songs  more  of  a  symphonic  feeling.

  Most  of  the  music  is  also  very  heavily  rooted  in  the  mid  90's  era  while  the  solos  and  leads  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style.  Throughout  the  recording  you  can  also  hear  a  decent  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  along  with  the  riffs  also  adding  in  a  lot  of  melody  along  with  most  of  the  tracks  also  being  very  long  and  epic  in  length.

  Obscuris  Romancia  plays  a  musical  style  that  goes  back  to  the  90's  era  of  symphonic  black  metal  and  mixes  it  with  death  metal  to  create  a  sound  of  their  own.  The  production  sounds  very  old  school  while  the  lyrics  cover  the  relation  of  creation  between  darkness  and  light.

  In  my  opinion  Obscuris  Romancia  are  a  very  great  sounding  symphonic  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  those  musical  genres,  you  should  check  out  this  band.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Here  Comes  The  Storm"  and  "Horror  In  the  garden  of  Den".  8  out  of  10.

Bandcamp: https://obscurcisromancia.bandcamp.com/
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Where's My Bible/Circle/Inverse Records/2022 EP Review

 

  Where's  My  Bible  are  a  band  from  Finland  and  on  this  recording  goes  for  more  of  a  melodic  mixture  of  black  and  death  metal  with  some  elements  of  rock  and  punk  and  this  is  a  review  of  their  2022  ep  "Circle"  which  will  be  released  on  May  15th  by  Inverse  Records.

  A  very  heavy  yet  melodic  sound  starts  off  the  ep  while  the  vocals  are  a  mixture  of  angry  shouts,  growls  and  screams  which  also  brings  elements  of  black  and  death  metal  onto  the recording.  Clear  singing  is  also  added  into  certain  sections  of  the  recording  and  when  the  music  speeds  up  a  decent  amount  of  blast  beats  and  tremolo  picking  can  also  be  heard.

  When  guitar  solos  and  leads  are  utilized  they  are  also  done  in  a  very  melodic  style  while  tremolo  picking  can  also  be  heard  in  some  of  the  faster  riffing.  All  of  the  musical  instruments  on  the  recording  also  have  a  very  powerful  sound  to  them  along  with  some  keyboards  also being  utilized  at  times  as  well  as  the  songs  also  adding  in  a  decent  mixture  of  slow,  mid  paced  and  fast  parts  and  the  music  also  adds  in  touches  of  punk  and  mainstream  rock,  whispers  and  throat  singing  can  also  be  heard  briefly    

  On  this  recording  Where's  My  Bible  go  into  more  of  a  melodic  blackened  death  metal  direction  which  is  also  a  lot  different  than  the  deathcore  style  of  previous  releases.  The  production  sounds  very  professional  while  the  lyrics  cover  struggles,  inner  thoughts  and  life  themes.

  In  my  opinion  this  is  another  great  sounding  recording  from  Where's  My  Bible  and  if  you  are  a  fan  of  melodic  black  and  death  metal,  you  should  check  out  this  ep.  RECOMMENDED  TRACKS  INCLUDE  "Void"  and  "Origin".  8  out  of  10.

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Bog Body Interview

 

1.Can you give us an update on what has been going on with the band since the recording of the new album?

Since finishing recording we have been writing and rehearsing new material with crosshairs on 2023 for a release. We’re also rehearsing our live set for a return to the stage late this year/early next year. 

2.In May you have your first full length coming out, musically how does it differ from your previous demo and split?

The guts of the demo and split are still present in CRYONIC CREVASSE CULT, but we expanded the scope tremendously. Writing wise, we approached this differently with the core of each song created in isolation. From there we expanded songs in rehearsal and added final details in a live setting. Sonically speaking this album is more cold, cavernous and dense with many layers where bass and drums are only the beginning. 

3.On your albums you also use the bass guitar as a lead instrument, do you feel that you can capture the same heaviness from extreme metal with bass, drums and vocals only that you can from the use of a traditional 6 or 7 string guitar?

“Capturing heaviness” has never been a goal - our objective is to tap into the most primitive nature of life and to do so with the resonance and power of a bass. Like a cudgel rather than a razor, we approach music without subtly and without romance. With the bass leading the way, we can channel a primeval spirit that matches the strikes of wooden sticks on skin. 

4.What are some of the lyrical topics and subjects you explore with the newer music and also how would you describe your progress as songwriters over the years?

Our songwriting process has developed from an organic on the spot type of event to a more planned out and siloed approach. No doubt writing during periods of isolation and quarantine played into that, but it’s been fruitful thus far.

Lyrically speaking, the duality of death and life encapsulated in man made myths and the history of sacrifice is always central. We have thousands of years of material to work with so we can pick a thread that is suitable to the release we’re approaching. 

5.What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Bog Body'?

A preserved corpse outlasts those people that slit their throat. In this way the bog bodies are a contradiction; immortal reminders of death. Whether killed as a ritual for harvest or in a petty fight, it matters not as they are known better today in their death than any person who held power above them in life. 

6.Can you tell us a little bit more about the artwork that is presented on the new album cover?

We had a vision from the start that the lyrics and artwork would all tie in together. It was only a matter of finding the right artist and thankfully Chase Slaker (of Mortiferum) was available. His use of oil paints creates strong impressions and textures that depict the exact mood we had hoped for. We drew upon the frigid steppes of modern day Central Asia as well as the Antarctic and histories enshrined in blood to create our own narrative. Deep in the depths of the Crevasse, the Cult sways to the frigid pulse of the ancient blood.

7.Can you tell us a little bit more about the masks you wear in the promo pics?

The masks remove us as individuals from the music and the performance. In this way, Bog Body transcends normal life and channels a spirit that is arcane and extraordinary. A mask allows us to lose our sense of self and become wholly engrossed in the performance.

8.Currently there are only 2 members in the band, are you open to expanding the line up or do you prefer to remain a duo?

No. Much like our approach to music, the spirit remains strongest when the proper attention can be given and needless complications are avoided. Bog Body is the even balance of ego and ideation, and only with us two, does the scale stay put.

9.What are some of the best shows that the band has played over the years and also how would you describe your stage performance?

Our show in Brooklyn with Antediluvian and Adversarial from 2019 stands out as a triumphant performance, following that would be our performance with Spite and Battlemaster in Richmond of the same year. I would describe our stage performance as liturgical, for us especially. There is a mania you succumb to whilst performing and at our best it’s overwhelming.

10.Do you have any touring or show plans once the new album is released?

Currently we do not. Due to our personal lives all performances will be planned for the end of the year. 

11.In 2020 you were a part of a split with 'Primitive Warfare.' What are your thoughts on the other band that had participated on the recording?

Where many are content to ape Blasphemy and like, Primitive Warfare rely on energetic song writing, visceral riffs, and absolutely punishing drumming to set themselves apart. Musically they offer the perfect foil to Bog Body’s pulsating trudge. We settled on loose perimeters regarding lyrics and imagery for the split and in that way, it was a cohesive release.

12.On a worldwide level, how has the reaction been to your music by fans of underground metal?

Following accolades or criticism isn’t something we have time for nor does it impact how we carry ourselves. We can only speak for the comrades we have abroad and at home who have voiced their support; and they have been overwhelming.

13.Where do you see the band heading into musically during the future?

We will stay true to the hammer and nails of ritual death, to iterate on this singular vision until the veins run dry and at that point, sink the corpse into the muck and the mire.

14.What are some of the bands or musical styles that you are listening to nowadays?

We are voracious listeners and are always exploring all styles. There are old favorites that we’ll always play - Profanatica, Beherit, Ildjarn, Rippikoulu, Crematory (SWE) as well as many current acts that would be too long of a list to share. Recently, I have been listening to the latest Warloghe album and the OST for Under the Skin. SVR has had Phrenelith’s “Chimaera” and Archgoat’s “Worship the Eternal Darkness” playing in our rehearsal space lately. 

15.Before we wrap up this interview, do you have any final words or thoughts?    

Keep the flame of the underground burning and succumb to the Cryonic Crevasse Cult.

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