Uncompromising Dutch black metal band Doodswens aims to expand an international following with the ominous ritualistic visions of the eponymous sophomore release.
“Driven By Death” draws inspiration from the obscure depths of black metal as menacing guitar riffs without any hesitation generate asphyxiating rhythmic patterns spiced up by tormented leads.
The lugubrious dimension of “The Black Flame” symbolizes a mesmerizing dark ritual enriched by tragic atmospheric nuances and cascading enigmatic melodic lines that naturally emerge from a mystifying rhythmic maze.
“These Wounds Never Healed” focuses on recurring guitar progressions emphasizing dreary tonalities and grave melodic accents but also prepares a violent rhythmic assault with increasing speed and vindictive growls.
“She Carries The Curse” reveals a depressing blackened soul with hypnotizing funereal melodic phrases gradually leading to a relentless march within a blurry atmospheric ensemble that leaves you gasping for breath.
Doodswens moves comfortably and finds a renewed strength through the oppressive soundscapes of the album conjuring the forces of darkness to unleash the hidden power within oneself.