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Saturday, May 31, 2003
"'Nordland II' by Bathory"
by
Bill Vogel III
May 30, 2003 A.D.
From the darkened halls of the Palace of Oblivion's Dawn rises the pure, pristine Night.... Bathory returns with the epic follow-up opus to the incredible "Nordland" release. The aptly titled "Nordland II" [The End/Black Mark Records], continues in the previous work's evolutionary progression.
Bathory has taken Black Metal to the beautiful extremes, adding elements of Gothic Metal, Viking War Metal, and Neo Classical influences to an already powerful sound. The vocals are mostly clean, but very dark and sublime. The guitars are huge, epic blasts of fiery glory. And the poetic lyrics are an exceptionally nice touch.
It's no wonder Bathory is so revered....
The best of these excellent cuts includes "Blooded Shore," the epic powerhouse "Vinland," "Death And Resurrection Of A Northern Son," and "The Wheel Of Sun." Bathory are the best at what they do.
In summary, Bathory has surpassed the might "Nordland" with this brilliant successor. And we are blessed for it. Stay savage. Farewell.
Related Bands: Arcturus, Green Carnation, Cradle Of
Filth, Borknagar, Darkthrone, Total War,
Marduk, Fog, Allegiance, Rossomahaar,
Without Face, User Ne, etc.
Keep the faith, and the AGGRESSION. War.
Copyright 2003.
Courtesy of Stranger Aeons Magazine.
W.B. Vogel III 7:00 PM
"'Nordland II' by Bathory"
by
Bill Vogel III
May 30, 2003 A.D.
From the darkened halls of the Palace of Oblivion's Dawn rises the pure, pristine Night.... Bathory returns with the epic follow-up opus to the incredible "Nordland" release. The aptly titled "Nordland II" [The End/Black Mark Records], continues in the previous work's evolutionary progression.
Bathory has taken Black Metal to the beautiful extremes, adding elements of Gothic Metal, Viking War Metal, and Neo Classical influences to an already powerful sound. The vocals are mostly clean, but very dark and sublime. The guitars are huge, epic blasts of fiery glory. And the poetic lyrics are an exceptionally nice touch.
It's no wonder Bathory is so revered....
The best of these excellent cuts includes "Blooded Shore," the epic powerhouse "Vinland," "Death And Resurrection Of A Northern Son," and "The Wheel Of Sun." Bathory are the best at what they do.
In summary, Bathory has surpassed the might "Nordland" with this brilliant successor. And we are blessed for it. Stay savage. Farewell.
Related Bands: Arcturus, Green Carnation, Cradle Of
Filth, Borknagar, Darkthrone, Total War,
Marduk, Fog, Allegiance, Rossomahaar,
Without Face, User Ne, etc.
Keep the faith, and the AGGRESSION. War.
Copyright 2003.
Courtesy of Stranger Aeons Magazine.
W.B. Vogel III 6:43 PM
Thursday, May 29, 2003
"'Inertia' by The Exies"
by
Bill Vogel III
May 23, 2003 A.D.
Even Pop Punk has its variants. The Exies are an excellent example, creating a fearless and addictive form of Techno Pop Punk. Their 2003 opus, "Inertia" [Virgin Records], is both catchy and powerful.
Somewhere between American Hi-Fi and Filter is where The Exies call home. Subtle shades are mixed into the fray-acoustic guitars, Pop aesthetics, and some sarcastic humor are added to the Techno Pop Punk hybrid. Powerful, chunky guitars pound through vibrant, throbbing rhythms. Strong, clean vocals eviscerate the sonic hum, and effortlessly swim the softer moments as well. The keyboards/samples sharpen the overall feel brilliantly.
The best of these killer cuts includes "No Secrets," the burning long song "My Goddess," and the humorous and dimly poetic acoustic song "Genius." Plus the disc includes a video for "My Goddess," as well as other extras.
Overall, this is one killer opus of masterfully done Techno Pop Punk. So get with it... Stay savage. Farewell.
Related Bands: SR-71, Ataris, Jimmy Eats World, Filter,
American Hi-Fi, Orgy, Donnas, Offspring,
Simple Plan, White Stripes, etc.
Keep the faith, and the AGGRESSION.
Copyright 2003.
Courtesy of Stranger Aeons Magazine.
W.B. Vogel III 5:44 PM
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