While previous Dawnwalker albums have explored the realms of “post” and prog, The Unknowing shifts into a more enigmatic and spectral realm. Norgate’s vocals, guitar and keys intertwine with an eclectic mix of contributions, discreet elements like the flute which give it a faint Jethro Tull vibe without ever feeling derivative. Call. Forth. The jazz flute. And adventure into the unknown.
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Gig Report: Grails – Downstairs at the Dome London, 22 April 2024
Grails’ live performance is a masterclass in cohesion, effortlessly weaving intricate melodies that appear to unfold organically yet are meticulously constructed. This one’s a night for the dreamer. Take a moment and read all about this intimate performance with Inkster.
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This Week In Metal, 2024 Week 16
Another week, another round of metal reviews in the bag. Words are tough, so we assembled the highlights. And if you want to read the latest reviews for the new offerings from Locrian, The Vision Bleak, Maere, and Veriteras, you can do that too!
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Locrian – End Terrain Review
The post rock and post black metal landscape is one that I’ve often had trouble exploring because of its barren conformity and over-reliance on distant peaks. With my preference for active music, the reaching for crescendos across large distances carry very little appeal, yet Locrian speak to me in a subtly textured voice. Bring on the post-itivity!
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This Week In Metal, 2024 Week 7
Another week, another round of metal reviews in the bag. Words are tough, so we assembled the highlights. And if you want to read the latest reviews for the new offerings from Chapel of Disease, Death Killer, Eternal Storm, Vægtløs, and Everdying, you can do that too!
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Vægtløs – Aftryk Review
With their debut, Aftryk, Danish band Vægtløs promise a mix of power and delicacy, grip and release, packed within four tracks that comfortably traverse the realms of black metal, post metal, and post rock. And though its namesake translates to “imprint,” does Aftryk do enough for you to remember its cause?
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Dawnwalker – House of Sand Review
Dawnwalker aren’t trying to show off. Instead, each piece of the puzzle informs the whole of this slow despair-fueled journey into death. Yes, House of Sand is an album of rock songs, but also it’s built of small details and an overwhelming feeling of self inflicted misery. Stare into its windows and be still.
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Crypts of the Unknown: Incubator – McGillroy the Housefly
