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BHLEG
"Draumr Ast" (Nordvis.; 2014)
Reviewed by Jeff Rogers
Bhleg (which is Swedish for "To Shine") are black
metal. This band is a duo and they have created a timeless classic: nine tracks
of black metal and darkness abundant. The first track, entitled "Solkronan,"
starts off the disc in traditional black metal fashion. The second track begins
the decent into an atmospheric journey that breathes deep breaths interlaced
with slow and blackened guitar riffs.
I know that listening to black metal through headphones probably goes against
their mantra. Unfortunately, I won't be able to see them live since they don't
tour but I can inoculate myself with their sound and I will say that I can hear
(and feel) their music on a deeper level when the atmosphere is attempted. The
vocals are grinded and sometimes down tuned so that no clean singing can be
heard. The guitar crushes away at your senses so you become dull and
unresponsive.
The acoustic guitar on "Draumr Ast" is creepy because you know it's just a
warning bell for the doves to die and the crows to arrive at the feast of your
ruins. Track number 5, entitled "Brunnens hjarta" has some deep spoken words to
start the track; it's part of the unique sound that makes this black metal
offering so interesting.
For more information about the band, check out:
https://www.facebook.com/bhlegofficial.
Rating Guide:
A classic. This record will kick your ass.
Killer. Not a classic but it will rock your world.
So-so. You've heard better.
Pretty bad. Might make a nice coaster.
Self explanatory. Just the sight of the cover makes you wanna hurl.
Copyright © 2014 by R. Scott Bolton. All rights
reserved.
Revised:
06 Jan 2025 13:45:28 -0500.
