Eisenwald Records

Velnias – Scion of Aether Review

By Doom_et_Al on March 30, 2020 in 2020, American Metal, Doom Metal, Eisenwald Records, Post-metal, Progressive Metal, Reviews, Doom Metal, Post-Metal, Progressive Metal, 30 comments

“Oppressive Rocky Mountain Dirge.” That is the descriptor Velnias uses to describe its music. Sounding more like the slop at the bottom of a bucket than something you would want to spend your time listening to, it nevertheless proves that occasionally we all need to update our bios. While “dirge” may have been Velnias’s original aesthetic when it released its debut, Sovereign Nocturnal, in 2008, the band’s output has evolved considerably since then to incorporate an array of new and different influences. Now it’s back with its third album, Scion of Aether.” Dirge purge.

Fluisteraars – Bloem Review

By Twelve on February 29, 2020 in 2020, Atmospheric Black Metal, Dutch Metal, Eisenwald Records, Reviews, Atmospheric Black Metal, 19 comments

“Atmospheric black metal inspired by nature. Not a totally new concept, nor the most exciting one in the world, but still one overflowing with potential. Getting lost in a sea of hazy riffs accompanied by evocative overlays has ever been a highlight of my metal experience. Unfortunately, the concept often works better in theory than in execution; the fine lines between “hazy riffs” and “are we sure that’s a guitar?” or “moving passages” and “is this still the same song?” are fine ones, and easily crossed. Fluisteraars hail from the Netherlands, and Bloem is their third full-length offering, one that approaches said lines with enough confidence to have me seriously hopeful for this genre I so want to enjoy.” Flower power.

Turia – Degen van Licht Review

By Cherd on February 14, 2020 in 2020, Atmospheric Black Metal, Black Metal, Dutch Metal, Eisenwald Records, Reviews, Atmospheric Black Metal, Black Metal, 33 comments

“Hailing from the Netherlands, Turia describes Degen van Licht as “an ode to the ageless lure of the unyielding mountains, and an exploration of the sweltering warmth which encompasses these heights every summer.” That doesn’t sound much like the icy forest obsessed second wave, and neither does Degen van Licht” Hot mounds.

Krater – Venenare Review

By Holdeneye on November 11, 2019 in 2019, Black Metal, Eisenwald Records, German Metal, Reviews, Black Metal, 67 comments

“Germany’s Krater began their black metal journey in 2003, and the 16 years since have seen the band in a constant state of evolution. After a debut that tended towards the pagan side of black metal, 2011’s Nocebo saw Krater moving in a more aggressive second-wave direction, and 2016’s Urere built upon that sound by adding more melodicism and wrapping it in a clear and powerful production. Venenare is the culmination of this evolutionary process, incorporating many different styles and sounds picked up along the way but at the same time transcending descriptive labels and tags by appearing as pure, unadulterated black metal.” Blackened pot luck.

Netherbird – Into the Vast Uncharted Review

By Dr. Wvrm on October 2, 2019 in 2019, Black Metal, Eisenwald Records, Reviews, Swedish Metal, Black Metal, Melodic Black Metal, 15 comments

“Netherbird too evolved up quite a bit since the rocky, raw days of their youth. They’ve gone from garish gothic to contemplative pseudo-meloblack and the maturity required to handle that respectfully. Into the Vast Uncharted, then, is apropos, as despite that growth, Netherbird is a band searching for more.” Free (Nether)bird.

Total Hate – Throne Behind a Black Veil Review

By Carcharodon on August 7, 2019 in 2019, Black Metal, Eisenwald Records, German Metal, Industrial Metal, Punk, Reviews, Black Metal, Industrial Metal, Punk, 38 comments

“Metal, punk, alcohol, sex, & Satan. These are the band Interests listed by German metallers Total Hate on their Facebook page. Three of these are featured in the music put out by this Nuremburg five-piece, the other two may, or may not, have been instrumental in its creation. I make no promises.” Essential ingredients.

Idle Hands – Mana Review

By Huck N Roll on May 6, 2019 in 2019, American Metal, Eisenwald Records, Gothic Metal, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Reviews, Gothic Metal, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, 90 comments

“Remember Spellcaster? I don’t, but Doc Grier loved their final album: Night Hides the World made his 2016 Top Ten(ish) List. After burning the fuse at both ends, however, the band folded. Now three-fifths of Spellcaster have regrouped as Idle Hands, led by bassist Gabe Franco (who switches to guitars and vocals here). Franco brings with him guitarist Sebastian Silva and drummer Colin Vranizan, and the lineup is rounded out with Brandon Hill on bass. Be warned, though: this is not Spellcaster 2.0. Gone are the almost-thrash, pure metal sounds of that band, as well as the Iron Maiden and Iced Earth influences. Idle Hands aim for something much different, plucking influences from the opposite end of the spectrum and assembling them into a fairly unique sound.” Devil’s Workshop now hiring!

L’Acéphale – L’Acéphale Review

By Dr. A.N. Grier on May 4, 2019 in 2019, American Metal, Black Metal, Eisenwald Records, Folk Metal, Reviews, Black Metal, Folk Metal, 24 comments

“Twenty-nineteen has, so far, been an interesting year for metal. Not including the fact that the infamous Lords of Chaos has finally hit the big screen. And it seems to be the catalyst for some interesting current events. Events brought on by weirdos that wish they were 1) Norwegian and 2) friends with Count Grishnakh. Churches of all denominations have been going up in flames around the world and one can only wonder how far this will go. Hell, as of this writing, the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris has gone up in smoke. And one can only wonder, with the nonstop success of the French scene, who is responsible.” Burning times.

Werian – Animist Review

By Ferrous Beuller on March 2, 2019 in 2019, Black Metal, Doom Metal, Eisenwald Records, German Metal, Reviews, Black Metal, Doom Metal, 45 comments

“‘Werian’ comes from an old Germanic word for the transformation of man into wolf. A fitting moniker, as the album’s themes detail some of the world’s most deeply rooted supernatural and religious perspectives. To this end, the collective eschews stringent genre tropes in favor of a combination of doom and a subtle element of black metal that serves to catalyze this shamanic sojourn. The quality is evident, but there remains a question of quantity.” Wer the party at?

Uada – Cult of a Dying Sun Review

By El Cuervo on May 25, 2018 in 2018, American Metal, Black Metal, Eisenwald Records, Melodic Black Metal, Reviews, Black Metal, Melodic Black Metal, 153 comments

“2016 saw the release of the debut album by Portland’s Uada, entitled Devoid of Light (DoL). It was a top-drawer album on first listen, secured second place in my top 10 records of that year, and remains one of strongest examples of melodic black metal from this decade. Its greatest assets were assuredly its immediacy and infectiousness despite the typically macabre subject matter and black metal tools. A sophomore release is now due called Cult of a Dying Sun (CoaDS) and it faces the burden of unreasonable expectations.” Why no king flashmob? Uada!