EKTOMORF 'Outcast' (Nuclear Blast/Irond, 2006) modern death metal The "Hungarian SEPULTURA" successfully crossbreeds modern death metal with Gypsy melodies. Their sound is like a concrete wall, their music like a hurricane. Fans of SOULFLY and SLAYER will now forget their idols! The latest studio album was recorded under the guidance of producer Tue Madsen (KATAKLYSM, GOREFEST, THREAT SIGNAL, DIE APOKALYPTISCHEN REITER, DISBELIEF, THE HAUNTED, KONKHRA, MNEMIC). Features a cover of THE PRODIGY's "Fuel My Fire" and three bonus tracks!
ILLNATH 'Second Skin Of Harlequin' (World Chaos Productions/Irond, 2006) sympho black metal The proud traditions of CRADLE OF FILTH and DIMMU BORGIR will never die! The latest full-length studio album from the Danes stuns with incredible musical quality and artwork. The band's lineup includes musicians from MERCENARY and 7THORNS. The disc was also recorded with the participation of guitarist Arne Lunde (BREED, DESERT PARADISE).
QNTAL 'V Silver Swan' (Qntal/Irond, 2006) darkwave medieval The outstanding German trio delights us with their fifth album — 'Silver Swan' should become, judging by its title, their swan song. As always, a beautiful and sophisticated combination of medieval music and modern electronics that will please fans of DEAD CAN DANCE and ENYA. Recorded with guest musicians Cas Gevers and Ernst Schwindl (both from ESTAMPIE). The lyrics draw upon folk song texts...