Huldrefolk
Morbide Elite ()
Wydane przez Iron Age Records/Code 7/Plastic Head DistributionRok wydania Kraj BelgiumNapisał Wouter7
Taking their name from the Lady of the Forest of Scandinavian folklore Belgian pagan black metallers Huldrefolk start off their second record "Morbide Elite" with a haunting intro piece 'Lijkenkarren' that includes light church organs, chiming funeral bells and industrial soundscapes thus creating an unsettling atmosphere on a convincing note. "Morbide Elite" is a semi-conceptual record about the pandemic black plague of the 14th century which killed approximately 25–50 million people in Europe. Like their debut "Eeuwenhout" Huldrefolk is heavily indebted to Enthroned and their debut "Prophecies Of Pagan Fire" in particular. The vocals of frontman Drang are equally as trollish and demented as ex-Enthroned shrieker Sabathan. Huldrefolk plays at a more deliberate pace with interesting dynamics making the fast parts sound even more hellish. Drummer Hammerman is similar to Cernunnos (ex-Enthroned), but his attack isn't nearly as diverse and versatile. The production by Mortsella Studio is bass-heavy and crunchy while being surprisingly clear-cut for underground black metal terms. Fleshmould bassist Didier Vancampo can be heard clearly through out this record. The pestilent medieval artwork was created by guitarist Waldschrat. Belgium once again proves its black metal worth.
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