When someone writes about their life, or what they see as important pieces of it, I’m either drawn in or wonder what compelled them to write about themselves in the first place. Was it ego-driven, was it to relate to others, was it to help people going through something similar? Or was it because they just needed to get those thoughts–something haunting them–out of their … Continue reading Detox, Paternity, and PTSD
Formed in 2019, Faidra is an orthodox black metal project based in Sweden. The creator behind this beautifully atmospheric endeavor wishes to remain anonymous–not an unexpected move from any one-person outfit within the black metal scene. And before you ask, no, black metal isn’t the usual genre I review, and yes, this album inspired me to take that leap. Any music on the outside of … Continue reading Faidra and Thy Dying Light
Released in May 2020, Feral Light’s Life Vapor is a seriously intense journey. This album begins with a dark, swelling intro, as if reaching out for you, giving you only moments to prepare for what is to come … then it begins. The first track, “Blood in Sand,” truly delivers. Right away you are sucked into the desolation, spellbound by the sound. You are entranced by … Continue reading Feral Light and VAZUM
The Black Capes (Athens, Greece – in featured photo above) The Black Capes album I have chosen to review is entitled All These Monsters. And I really love it. It was released in 2017 and produced by Peter Rutcho. I discovered it while in quarantine, because who isn’t finding new music while stuck at home? I mean, I’ve been baking a lot of cupcakes too … Continue reading The Black Capes, Bathead, Jesucrisis
James Mendez is the man behind a project known simply as Jihad. The project was conceived in 1988 and has a very interesting history. I have taken the time to write this article as not only a reflection upon important influences in my life, but to tell you about his amazing new album, Retrospekt, which is now available on Bandcamp. Now I’m about to take … Continue reading Jihad
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