Dutch female black metal duo Doodswens aims to impress the underground extreme metal scene with the overwhelming obscure nuances of the debut full-length “Lichtvrees”.
The traditional Nordic black metal influences are very palpable as “In Mijn Bloed” instantly unleashes ferocious blast beats enhanced by malignant growls and monochromatic riffage.
Like a proper wintry soundtrack “Zwarte Staar” relies on the gelid guitar tonalities and the slower grave tempo to create a deeply mournful atmosphere.
“Eindzicht” focuses on the bleak guitar melodies that gently convey grim emotions through the murky rhythmic maze created by the monolithic drums.
In the cold sonic realm of “Het Zwartewaterland” the ghastly essence of the melodic waves gradually lead to a faster visceral rhythmic ensemble reminding you that all hope is lost.
The title track emphasizes an inner emotional turmoil through the hypnotizing nocturnal melodic crescendos that will evolve into an asphyxiating rhythmic rampage fueled by the relentless tremolo.
Without any special effects Doodswens are able to spread perennial darkness channeling the glory of old school black metal throughout the lugubrious soundscapes of “Lichtvrees”.