Reviews

Witching Chronicles: Exploring the Ciminero’s Shadows Digging the Grave

From the first notes of “Shadows Digging the Grave,” Ciminero envelops the listener in a sonic landscape that is simultaneously haunting and enchanting. The band’s heavy mixture of doom and occult rock is masterfully executed, showcasing their ability to craft captivating melodies that linger in the mind long after the music has faded. The psychedelic …

Witching Chronicles: Exploring the AKTOPASA’s Journey to the Pink Planet

AKTOPASA’s debut album, “Journey to the Pink Planet,” takes listeners on an immersive musical expedition through a sonic landscape that defies traditional boundaries. Comprised of Marco Sebastiano Alessi on drums, Lorenzo Barutta on lead guitar, and Silvio Tozzato on bass guitar, this three-man band hailing from the Venetian hinterland demonstrates their adeptness at crafting an …

Witching Chronicles: Exploring the Oaks’s Genesis of the Abstract

Paris-based instrumental progressive metal act Oaks has finally unveiled their highly anticipated debut album, Genesis of the Abstract. With this release, Oaks introduces listeners to a world of powerful, conceptual, and enthralling metal that takes them on an immersive sonic journey. Drawing inspiration from esteemed bands such as Mastodon, Russian Circles, and Pink Floyd, this …

Witching Chronicles: Exploring the Stramonium’s Elder Moon

Stramonium, an Italian four-piece band, invites listeners on a captivating journey through their debut album, “Elder Moon.” Drawing influences from a wide range of musical styles, including classic rock, 70s psychedelia, modern stoner, and old-school doom, Stramonium’s sound is a fusion of these elements intertwined with heavy blues-styled jam sessions. Their music pays homage to …