English doom folk outfit Darkher fully embraces an evocative cinematic approach to create the immersive soundscapes of the sophomore full-length “The Buried Storm”.
On the eerie album opener “Sirens Nocturne” Jayn Malven’s otherworldly voice guides you through a dense atmospheric maze embellished by the stark beauty of the classical violin phrases.
Through the desolate world of “Lowly Weep” the ethereal atmosphere will morph into heavier doom laden rhythmic crescendos fueled by the mysterious distorted guitars and the monolithic drumming.
Like a hypnotizing dirge or a dark lullaby “Love’s Sudden Death” focuses on the lugubrious guitar tonalities and the heavy weight of doom metal influences to create monochromatic progressions adorned by the soft vocals that evoke a decadent romanticism.
“Immortals” constantly conveys immense melancholia through the mesmerizing vocal performance and the poignant arpeggios floating gracefully within a dreamy atmosphere ultimately leading to spellbinding rhythmic patterns revolving around a vibrant blend of impeccable strings and moody guitar harmonies.
The dramatic depth of “Fear Not, My King” becomes palpable as a dreary atmospheric ensemble surrounds the crestfallen cello tones and the delicate vocals while the gelid guitar progressions certainly increase the inner sinister vibes.
As Darkher delve deeper into a kaleidoscopic sonic realm where darkness and light become inevitably entangled “The Buried Storm” has the power to hypnotize you instantly and touch your soul.