Literally, on the anniversary of the previous release, Sempinfernus Australian on man multi-instrumentalist Krvna returns with the eagerly awaited follow-up’’ For Thine is the Kingdom of the Flesh’’, a continuation of the subterranean horrors that is as grandiose as it is restless.
The progression from the debut to For Thine is the Kingdom of the Flesh is staggering. This is a more immediate highly aggressive album with its savagery clearly on display. Every track is more nuanced yet no less brutal, the melancholic solos are tempered by the aggressive blast beats, and the haunting piano is offset by the guttural nuances of the vocals.
‘’ The Flaming Hordes of Basarab’’ is as epic a journey to the depths of hell and history as it gets. Album Closer ‘’…Death Shall Have No Dominion’’ is so jaw-droppingly good as is the equally good ‘’ Gethsemane Ablaze’’, this album is a masterclass of talent and intensity. From the first track to the last the six on display are excellent bordering on brilliant opuses of epic extremity that is driven by the infernal power of Black metal and total commitment to the art. This is a deeper exploration of immortality and philosophy that is engrossing and enriched by an excellent recording.
‘’For Thine is the Kingdom of the Flesh’’ combines the vampiric elements fused with organised religion and history to create a blasphemous offering that seamlessly combines modern unfiltered black metal with some ethereal moments to create a soundtrack of utter horror.
For Thine is the Kingdom of the Flesh is a lurking, predatory, highly addictive, beast of an album and a defining statement in modern Black Metal.
Highly recommended!
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Release Year: 2022
Label: Third Eye Temple
Category: Album
Country: Australia
Reviewed by Sparky
