Mikolaj is a real multi-talent in bass as well as guitar as well as vocals and "Darkside" Maciej's drumming is a well-calibrated 100th-of-seconds-clockwork. Not for nothing is Mgla considered as a standard for a lot of other blacker-than-black metal bands. I hope to see this band live once..... grote_smurf
Striking and hypnotic, listening through Geister is a rugged and immense journey. The album is brimming with ceremonial darkness from the moment it starts. The intensity of each track is bookended with ritual, and this immersive factor keeps me utterly entranced by the story being told. Geister still feels frigid and dangerous, and I end up captivated every time I listen. Septembre
The duo take their time to fully develop the songs, resulting in (mostly) lengthy, complex tracks. The production is solid, with an emphasis on guitars and Nohr's tortured, piercing vocals. The mood swings from grandiose, majestic and aggressive to subdued and melodic. "I Skyggen Af Den Æreløse Strejfer" is a prime example thereof. Overall, this reminds me of old Burzum and Emperor, with a bit less emphasis of the 'symphonic' adjective. A fine album indeed! Bloedarend
Nearly a decade after their last LP, the Chicago post-metal trio resurface with a punishing concept album set in an apocalyptic wasteland. Bandcamp New & Notable May 5, 2024
Swirling guitars, furious drums, vocals that at the same time howl from infinite distance and are right up in your head; everything put into dissonant form with the help of unconventional songwriting. This album is my personal key to the icelanding black metal madness that I've ignored for way too long! Lukas Kaufmann