Danish doom newcomers Maunah aim to spellbind the listeners with the haunting debut full-length “Hjarta” rooted in melodic Scandinavian doom tradition and Nordic folk.
“Heimaland” depicts a desolate world where guitars can freely explore diverse territories even with a rather catchy approach through fierce rhythmic segments and decadent melodic progressions enhanced by a remarkably poetic vocal performance.
“Solin Vaugna” acquires darker tonalities highlighting the presence of an ancestral force as abrasive riffs build proper monumental grooves yet a dismal melodic flow continues to emerge through fascinating guitar phrases.
Within the bleak atmospheric ensemble of “Theinajau” guitars focus on soothing melodies with a crispy sound that spontaneously becomes more aggressive and the consequent groovy dynamics channel an ominous extreme metal flair.
Under the perennial shroud of frost of the title track guitars move sinuously crafting impeccable harmonious movements and evoking eternal gloom around particularly fervent vocals while the eclectic rhythmic section often gains the spotlight generating electrifying crescendos.
Maunah features veteran musicians and their chemistry is undeniable so even if “Hjarta” is just the first chapter of an immersive journey it perfectly symbolizes their intriguing artistic vision.