Back again with more killer Black Metal from Germany (Saxony, to be more precise). I know I've been gushing about French Black Metal lately, but the "Germs" definitely keep it real too. I can't think of one style of Metal that Germany doesn't have a great scene for. This album is pretty much in the same style as the French bands I've been posting as of late. Like their neighbor contemporaries, these guys can definitely play, only their music is a little less technical. Perhaps a little more effort is put into atmosphere and a little less into the "challenge-level" of the music itself. This album walks several thin lines expertly well; there's just perfect balance everywhere (especially for a debut!). The production has great atmosphere, but doesn't sacrifice clarity. The songs have plenty of breathing room, but never sound "droney", always maintaining a satisfying pace. The riffs are well mixed, often dissonant and bleak, but with a great sprinkling of the tonal and epic. If you dug that Nightbringer album, but want something a little more straight-forward, this should fit you perfectly!
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