Blodsrit – Ocularis Infernum
Well executed and corpse painted black metal with a solid production. The high end harmonies soar out of this material as if the writing members of this Swedish quartet were deeply touched by the past works of fellow countrymen, Dissection. They uphold this airy take on keyboardless black metal, without losing site of a dark underground feel. Certainly nothing new to the ears, but “Ocularis Infernum” is a well rounded and worthy listen for those of you who still appreciate the Swedish black sound and aren’t concerned with a band holding on to the scenes past triumphs. – Marty
OAKEN SHIELD