Italian jazz metal trio ZU proudly refuses to follow the rules, proposing a spiritual narrative and an experimental genre bending composition to create the new album “Ferrum Sidereum”.
The uneasy atmosphere of “Golgotha” takes us to a dystopian dimension as the thrilling combo of baritone saxophone and vitriolic guitars unleashes intricate rhythmic crescendos enhanced by a complex technical prog metal flair.
“Kether” goes through a gradual evolution starting with a laid back rhythmic structure surrounded by airy synth arrangements and eventually invoking a tribal energy to reach the instrumental acme.
“La Donna Vestita Di Sole” is characterized by various sophisticated progressive rock elements adorned by cinematic atmospheric layers while the shapeshifting harsh guitars build a dramatic rhythmic tension.
The minimalist melodies of “Fuoco Saturnio” feel like an enigmatic lullaby while the gritty guitar sound and the vitriolic rhythmic rampage bear the mark of obscure underground metal.
Immersed in a futuristic atmospheric realm “The Celestial Bull and the White Lady” challenges the audience with unexpected tempo & style variations yet somber melodies can smooth out the rough edges of the chaotic rhythmic core.
Through the magic psychedelia of the title track ZU courageously wanders through uncharted musical territories consequently the rhythmic ensemble deliberately shifts from hazy prog dynamics to massive heavier cryptic sections.
You can’t really unfold the musical puzzle embodied by the multi dimensional soundscapes of “Ferrum Sidereum” where ZU successfully elaborate a mystifying instrumental approach free of any boundaries.

Oslo’s avant-garde veterans Ulver bravely explore uncharted lands and defy standard music tags traveling fast & free through the surreal world of the fourteenth studio album “Neverland”.
“Elephant Trunk” symbolizes a fascinating cosmic trip revealing a sophisticated classical inspiration with exquisite piano melodies while luminous synths meticulously build empowering rhythmic crescendos.
Throughout the expansive shadowy soundscapes of “Weeping Stone” emerges a taste of post-rock melancholia and the detailed synth layers showcase psychedelic elements and futuristic sounds.
Ignoring any given rule “People of the Hills” gradually gains a massive spacey energy leading to vibrant rhythmic dynamics enhanced by smooth guitars and exotic percussions.
The dystopian alternate reality of “Horses of the Plough” originates from the gelid darkened atmospheric themes and the metallic electro layers could easily hypnotize the listeners.
Surrounded by ethereal atmospheric tapestries “Pandora’s Box” feels like dreaming the same dream as the intricate electronic movements ensure a variegated and often enigmatic composition.
“Fire in the End” relies on the shapeshifting powers of the synthesizer to create contrasting textures within a nostalgic yet catchy rhythmic ensemble.
As purveyors of an eclectic music style Ulver continue to challenge and surprise the audience creating a dreamy pathway that today leads to another crucial step in their prolific artistic journey with the kaleidoscopic opus “Neverland”.