by Jillian Drachman | Nov 7, 2024 | Reviews
Natt til ende, the final installment in a trilogy of what can only be described as some of black metal’s finest titles, is now upon us. First, 2021’s Tanker som rir natten was hailed as a flawless record. Next, its 2022 follow-up, Naa skrider natten sort, received a...
by Jillian Drachman | Oct 10, 2024 | Interviews
“I have to say Marita not only delivers some amazing bass on Enevelde’s records, she’s also such a talented singer that I had to recommend her to MANES. I was elated to hear that she provided lead vocals on their latest EP, and she deserves every compliment she can...
by Jillian Drachman | Jun 24, 2024 | Reviews
Formed in 1992, Manes began as a pioneering black metal outfit. In fact, for their early work, Manes are regarded as one of the most important acts in the history of the genre. They are certainly one of the very-very best. During their glorious extreme music era,...
by Jillian Drachman | Apr 15, 2024 | Interviews
The new Nordic weapon Night Shall Drape Us represents black metal at its finest. Without a doubt, Night Shall Drape Us’ debut album, Lunatic Choir, is the best surprise of the year. The celebrated French/American label, Season of Mist, will unveil Lunatic Choir in its...
by Jillian Drachman | Apr 10, 2024 | News
On the evening of April 9, a fire broke out in the basement of Oslo’s iconic Neseblod Records, which occupies the space that belonged to Helvete, the shop of Mayhem’s late “Euronymous,” or Øystein Aarseth. This occurred just one day after the anniversary of the death...