One of the things that I find really interesting about Norwegian black metal is how even with a relatively minimalist format bands have found ways to make the early 90's sound their own for over 30 years now. Such is the magic of Bloodmoon Eclipse, whose new record, For I Am Your Death is a tremolo picked journey through a blizzard. This is black metal done right, with vision, aplomb and a desire to make you suffer. It's easy to get lost in the monolithic wall of sound that Bloodmoon Eclipse bring to the table on For I Am Your Death and to be enamored with the bleak vision they portray for us.
Monochromatic and uncompromising, Bloodmoon Eclipse is firmly rooted in the influence of bands like Darkthrone and Gorgoroth. While For I Am Your Death is not reinventing the steel by any stretch of the imagination, what they are doing is presenting cripplingly powerful and delectable black metal devastation. The blazing attack of the band is addictive and their dedication to the old ways immeasurable. It's hard not to be charmed by the unrelenting assault that Bloodmoon Eclipse bring to the table and I for one am eager to delve into future releases.
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