Instrumental post-metal quartet Telepathy showcases a major creative force on the third album “Burn Embrace” which aims to captivate the listeners with brooding multifaceted soundscapes.

The gloomy atmosphere of “Eternal Silence” gradually introduces a poignant rhythmic crescendo with variegated soothing guitar melodies that will embrace some harsh tonalities following faster aggressive drum blasts before returning to a harmonious contemplative ensemble. 

The post-metal formula behind “Black Earth” leads to cathartic guitar melodies flourishing through the dense atmosphere in contrast with a heavier rhythmic core that often builds tension with the addition of bold riffage while the finale emphasizes the song’s dreamy nature. 

“The Void In Aimless Flight” offers a good representation of the band’s kaleidoscopic sonic pathway as guitars spontaneously shift from sorrowful  melodic textures to intricate progressions that tend to amplify wistful feelings but also can generate groovy dynamics with a fair dosage of darker and heavier rhythmic patterns. 

The title track feels like the end of a daydream as the cinematic approach leads to minimalist crestfallen guitar melodies and lavish atmospheric tapestries that emphasize an introspective depth. 

With the release of “Burn Embrace” Telepathy confidently showcase evocative songwriting skills and a darkened melodic essence that will certainly garner more attention within the current underground metal scene. 

Psychedelic forest folk rockers Hexvessel embark on a mystical journey that leads to the darkly immersive soundscapes of the latest full length “Kindred”. 

There is a gloomy tranquility lingering throughout “Billion Year Old Being” which begins with minimalist acoustic phrases that will evolve into heavier brooding doom tinged rhythmic progressions and the resulting arcane essence is often emphasized by the haunting choirs and the moody psychedelic accents. 

With a groovy enigmatic rhythm “Demian” showcases a strong ‘70s influence as the guitar work delivers sinister prog rock passages shifting from harrowing melodic textures to a rather fiery darkened solo. 

The mysterious atmosphere of “Phaedra” conveys a moody introspective mood with the trippy approach of the guitars creating sultry melodies and vibrant leads perfectly enhanced by the dramatic vocal delivery. 

“Kindred Moon” evokes comforting folk vibes with the intense melancholia of the mellow acoustic guitars and the resulting multilayered melodic tapestries naturally amplify a calmer contemplative mood. 

The peaceful vibes of “Magical & Damned” aptly revolve around magical atmospheric arrangements and shimmering folk guitar melodies that can easily take you far away and certainly express poignant feelings.  

“Joy of Sacrifice” intensifies the otherworldly themes focusing on the sheer beauty of the pensive acoustic phrases leading to an enchanting melodic ensemble accompanied by softly reassuring vocals. 

Undoubtedly the highlight of “Kindred” is the fascinating esoteric pathway that Hexvessel choose to follow with a rare spiritual energy so while they maintain a laid back composition every song is filled with a darkened energy that is destined to spellbind the listeners.

Emerging from the shadows Vesperith is a new project created by Finnish experimental black metal sorceress Sariina Tani embarking on a “pilgrimage to the abyss” on the debut eponymous release. 

“The Magi” symbolized the experimental mood of the whole album as angelic vocals embrace the cosmic energy generated by the constant dense atmospheric layers.  

“Fractal Flesh” maintains a similar meditative approach with multilayered monochromatic arrangements but this time there are also some primal blackened rhythmic patterns and ominous growls. 

“Valohämärä” feels like a spiritual voyage through an endless darkness with comforting melodic accents and soothing vocal harmonies flourishing in the midst of arcane atmospheric waves in contrast with the chaotic rhythm and screeching sounds in the song’s finale. 

“Quintessence” blends misanthropic blackened elements and understated ethereal melodies surrounded by dark ambiance tapestries that keep on unfolding with nocturnal and ritualistic tonalities ultimately leading to overwhelming obscure black metal rhythmic blasts. 

The enigmatic music style chosen by Vesperith will probably appeal to a niche audience, those attracted by impenetrable darkness and atmospheric drone nuances that on this debut release inevitably lead to a mystical sonic realm. 

We all know that Jasmin Saarela is an extremely talented vocalist from her enchanting work with the Finnish cult band Jess And The Ancient Ones and now she is ready to explore diverse music territories with the debut solo album “Under The Red Light Shine” under the moniker Jess By The Lake which celebrates her strong bond with nature. 

The title track features enjoyable trippy vibes courtesy of cool fuzzy guitar riffs as well as distinct bluesy rhythmic dynamics following a dreamy laid back tempo and such intriguing instrumental ensemble always enhances Jasmin’s dazzling vocals that showcase an enthralling multifaceted delivery ranging from soft passionate harmonies to energetic rocker vibes. 

“The Wait” offers gentle melancholic guitar phrases and subtle retro rock flavors that naturally surround Jasmin’s eclectic vocals that can effortlessly channel an emotional whirlwind in the catchy rock passages as well as bittersweet feelings during the slower contemplative moments. 

On “Nightmare” the rhythmic section gets super groovy blending psychedelic accents, soulful bluesy guitar melodies and tasteful vintage vibes creating a vibrant instrumental ensemble once again enriched by stunning vocals. 

“Legacy Crown” feels like a daydream with delicate & moody guitar melodies that often generate trippy moments and perfectly match the somber vocals while the comforting atmospheric soundscape allows Jasmin to add mystical vibes and express genuine emotions with her alluring vocal delivery. 

“Interstellar” further amplifies the cosmic feelings of the album with darkened atmospheric layers and understated psychedelic elements while the flourishing sorrowful guitar work conveys an intense melancholic depth effortlessly matched by Jasmin’s dreamy performance and extraordinary vocal range.   

“Under The Red Light Shine” is a lovely collection of songs that rightfully puts the spotlight on Jasmin’s charismatic voice and has the potential to conquer the heart of a diverse audience with the album’s soothing warmth and spellbinding creative approach. 

Waste Of Space Orchestra is not an average band but the result of an adventurous collaboration between Finnish bands Oranssi Pazuzu and Dark Buddha Rising that comes to life on the darkly psychedelic opus “Syntheosis”.

As soon as “Void Monolith” begins you can already perceive the enigmatic force of the psychedelic themes that characterize the entire album. Intricate atmospheric layers introduce profoundly darkened guitar melodies flowing through monolithic rhythmic patterns that channel mighty doom vibes especially evident in the faster borderline chaotic segments built by powerful drumming and heavy guitar dynamics.

On “Seeker’s Reflection” the guitar driven psychedelic rock grooves take the center stage while the spacey atmospheric arrangements feel quite mystical and the primal growls contribute to amplify the obscure aspects of the instrumental passages.

The cosmic psychedelia of “Journey To The Center Of Mass” is constantly emphasized by the mysterious atmospheric aura and trippy electronic accents that could easily induce a trance state while the final part of the song becomes increasingly darker with gloomy guitar tonalities and harsh growls.

On “Wake Up The Possessor” the mystical atmospheric arrangements are definitely amplified by ethereal female vocals and psychedelic accents followed by significantly heavier rhythmic segments accompanied by hellish growls fueled by an ominous blackened momentum.

The lengthy title track showcases a complex multifaceted composition that revolves around a mind-bending blend of monumental doom tinged guitar riffs, grave melodic textures and massive mystifying electronic/drone waves that inevitably will make you feel dizzy within an endless psychedelic blackened rhythmic maze.  

Waste Of Space Orchestra have created something truly unique that transcends any standard music genre as “Syntheosis” is like a work of alchemy and a visionary search for knowledge that will impress but also challenge the listeners.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCR-OrN41E0

Brooklyn-based band Kings Destroy has chosen a different approach to create the new album “Fantasma Nera” resulting in an intriguing sonic ensemble with an experimental edge and a stoner rock soul.

“The Nightbird” constantly maintains a smooth melodic core as the bluesy guitar work holds a dominant role following the subtle positive energy of the rhythmic section and delivering extra crunchy riffs as well as crispy harmonies.

The title track sometimes amplifies an atmospheric melancholia adding a darker depth to the rich melodic textures which benefit greatly from the dreamy nuances of the guitar work and the compelling solo destined to stand out through the groovy moments.

“Barbarossa” has a groovy rock spirit embodied by the cohesive guitar riffs naturally leading to an entertaining solo while the catchy melodic aspects are amplified by the soulful vocal delivery of the chorus.

“Unmake It” feels significantly darker and slightly heavier as guitars acquire doom tinged tonalities matched by the bittersweet vocals and the rhythmic patterns slow down to create a dramatic mood.

“Dead Before” favors an emotional approach as guitars follow a slower pace with contemplative serenity and carefully weave loads of melancholic melodies with warm bluesy tonalities accompanied by particularly heartfelt vocals.  

The fascinating sound of “You’re The Puppet” is generated by the extra darkened doom nuances embedded in the skillful guitar work that effortlessly shift from trippy melodic progressions to bewitching heavier riffage.

With “Fantasma Nera” Kings Destroy deliberately leave behind their hardcore roots to focus mainly on fascinating melodies that render all the songs quite accessible and absolutely  enjoyable.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Vv98YFKZSg

Formed by multi-instrumentalist Chad Davis and vocalist Anette Uvaas Guldbrandsen, The Sabbathian is ready to embark on the darkest music journey to deliver the arcane nuances of the debut full length “Latum Alterum”.

The darkened aesthetics of “The Brightest Light” hold a fundamental role within the brooding sonic realm fueled by the dismal doom tonalities of the monochromatic heavy guitar progressions while Anette’s enchanting vocals create surreal harmonies flowing through mysterious melodic waves.

The Nordic folk atmospheres of “Liti Kjersti” emphasize the profoundly melancholic melodies generated by the hazy guitar tones and the spellbinding classical vocal delivery while the rhythmic core of the song showcases a primordial creative force often inspired by traditional black metal.

On “Head Of A Traitor” vocals become exquisitely alluring with a lavish operatic delivery featuring the iconic Liv Kristine Espenæs as guest vocalist while the instrumental progressions revolve around steady obscure doom oriented guitar riffs embellished by elegant gothic atmospheres and melodic accents.

On “One Night Of Cruelty” guitars focus on a monumental heavy riffage channeling impending doom and occult rock vibes while spellbinding vocals enhance the pure darkened melancholy of the dreamy melodic phrases.

The enigmatic tonalities and the mystical aura of “Latum Alterum” will definitely attract lovers of dark melodies and doom metal as with evident songwriting skills The Sabbathian craft an hypnotizing music opus that demands your utmost attention.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFvuDQTM2Ng

French stoner doom band Witchthroat Serpent is ready to embark on a spacey sonic journey with the esoteric vibes of the latest full length “Swallow The Venom”.

Full blown psychedelia takes over “Lucifer’s Fire” as guitar dynamics are characterized by gritty tonalities and retro vibes supported by a massive series of heavy bass lines and embellished by vibrant melodic guitar soloing.  

The super psychedelic beginning of “Pauper’s Grave” introduces the occult atmospheres that will deeply influence the whole instrumentation leading to heavy rhythmic sections, doom worshipping guitars and some hazy moments generated by a slower tempo and calmer guitar phrases.  

“Scorpent Serpion” doesn’t deviate from the whole album’s mood so the overdose of fuzzy guitar riffs is certainly expected and also enigmatic tonalities amplify the mysterious vibes that surround the rhythmic crescendos.

“Red Eyed Albino” begins with monolithic bass tones swiftly followed by another round of dirty guitar riffs with a prominent sludge/stoner approach interrupted only by the spacey melodic guitar solo and additional super fuzzy segments.

On “No More Giant Octopuses” guitars naturally enhance the psychedelic temper maintaining a steady series of stoner oriented grooves that will later acquire a quite ominous heavier doom quality while the soloing revolves around dizzy melodies.

Psychedelia and the black arts are the key elements behind “Swallow The Venom” as Witchthroat Serpent here are evidently inspired by classic doom and stoner rock and diligently follow such music formula to deliver a trippy collection of songs.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtfO1aorSug

Norwegian avant-black metal band Urarv definitely dwells in a profoundly dark sonic realm and it is from this abyss that the latest effort “Argentum” emerges as an enigmatic entity.

“Krakekjott” instantly unleashes feverish guitar riffs that follow an increasingly punishing speed with steady fierce drum blasts inevitably creating nightmarish soundscapes matched by an insane raucous vocal delivery.

On “Aurum” nightmarish atmospheres introduce dissonant somber harmonies and vocals become howls in the darkest night foreshadowing the creepy nuances embedded in the desperately frenetic guitar riffs which are certainly inspired by old school black metal.

From beginning to end  “Sannhet” tends to favor fast & grim rhythmic dynamics as we are still stuck in a realm of undiluted darkness but the palpable ferocity often leaves space for melodic yet uneasy moments.

“Soloppgang” begins with a surreal sense of serenity expressed by graceful  arpeggios but it’s just a matter of occasional calm segments that eventually will be almost erased by bursts of chaotic fury offered by relentless blackened guitar riffs and diabolical growls.

Once again Urarv demonstrates to have a unique creative force that naturally leads to the monumental blackened force and the unsettling mood of “Argentum” which, despite being a mini album, stands out as one of the most avant-garde releases of the year.

Finnish band Pelagos just started a multifaceted melancholic music journey that aims to enchant the listeners with the enigmatic nuances of the debut full length “Revolve”.

“Code” opens the album with eclectic arrangements that naturally shift from futuristic ambient style to ethereal harmonies fully embracing the soft vocal delivery yet guitars will eventually emerge through the calm atmospheres to create a smooth melodic crescendo.

The minimalist guitar melodies on “River (Proxima Centauri)” hold a primary role in the creation of serene soundscapes where luminous atmospheric arrangements and electro accents effortlessly evoke a moody emotive whirlwind.

Everything flows like in a daydream on “Aphrodite’s Shore” with the elegant rock tonalities of crispy guitars gently surrounded by intricate atmospheres that will often acquire a darker solemn energy.

The soothing atmospheres on “Sea Of Tranquillity” certainly match the song’s title as gentle guitar phrases with subtle prog rock vibes appear to be immersed in spacey electronic layers leading to cosmic relaxation.

“Muted Stars” offers delicate aesthetics as the band skillfully blends polychromatic arrangements, whispered narratives and polished guitar melodies that seem to float freely through hazy soundscapes.

Overall, far from being an average debut album “Revolve” shines for the surreal cinematic arrangements as all the music carefully composed by Pelagos seem to emerge spontaneously from a limbo between space and water.