Emerging from the subterranean caverns where dragons dwell from the novel Bröderna Lejonhjärta (The Brothers Lionheart) the prolific Swedish Karmanjaka release their third full-length the earthen Gates of Muspel.
Taking their inspiration from both fiction and ancient Norse texts Karmanjakas music is more tangible than first impressions appear, it is tough, warm, authentic, and uncompromising.
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Gates of Muspel is loyal to the Scandinavian black metal style and contains lots of massive riffs that are at times comparable to Immortals’ inimitable style.
Sorcerer King, Sculpting the Heavens and the mighty Fenrir pay homage to the gods in true pagan fashion, it is not a one-dimensional assault however as some of the atmospheric parts and dynamics add strength to the songs whilst the clean vocals make a great counterpoint to the storytelling and the anguished wails and growls of vocalist Skallagrim.
Unafraid to add pagan metal and some progressive touches to their assault Karmanjaka have developed their sound that begins in 90s black metal and incorporates traditional horns and some very cool tribal-like percussion, the quieter guitar parts are also a highlight as are the solos from both Orm and Tengil.
Taking aggression and mixing its melody Gates of Mosel is an excellent entry into the growing canon of extreme yet diverse pagan/folk Black Metal.
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It is an epic journey that surprises with its textures and musical dynamics. Karmanjaka is unafraid to mix the complex with the traditional and sacrifice none of their heaviness.
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Release Year: 2022
Label: Grind to Death Records
Category: Album
Country: Sweden
Reviewed by Sparky
