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Tamerlan – Infinigrammaton

February 22, 2019February 23, 2019 Vinterd

The vast number of times ethnic influence has been found amongst music is something truly staggering in its own right, but it’s with the worlds of folk and such other genres where the inclusion of different cultures always makes for … Continue reading Tamerlan – Infinigrammaton

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Akvan – Esfandiyar

September 23, 2018September 24, 2018 Vinterd

 Many people can see a gimmick like having ethnic instruments as silly or even unnecessary at times, and I couldn’t disagree more. Of course, it varies upon the execution, but instruments like that are virtually never used unless it’s to … Continue reading Akvan – Esfandiyar

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Skyforest – Harmony

September 3, 2018 Vinterd

 When I sat down to find something to listen to today, I was really craving some black metal for whatever reason. After hours of searching, I stumbled upon the news that Skyforest had just dropped a new album so I … Continue reading Skyforest – Harmony

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Kreiviskai – Nonregnum

July 5, 2018 Vinterd

 For a long time, the world of neofolk has been a good way to put me in a good mood. Yet, I haven’t really gone far into that little corner of music for no real reason in particular. I simply … Continue reading Kreiviskai – Nonregnum

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Ols – Mszarna

March 27, 2018March 28, 2018 Vinterd

 Any neofolk album is a bold move in it of itself if you ask me. Many musicians dare to try and embody nature and bring it into a format that can properly convey the beauty, tenacity, and the violence of nature … Continue reading Ols – Mszarna

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Lüüp – Canticles of the Holy Scythe

November 7, 2017 Vinterd

  Variety truly is the spice of life. As someone who is constantly going out of my way to hear all sorts of new music, sometimes I need a break from all the chaos. Sometimes I need to find something … Continue reading Lüüp – Canticles of the Holy Scythe

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Àrnica – Cabeza de Lobo

October 3, 2017 Vinterd

 Every now and then people like me who listen to new music every single day want something different. It helps freshen the palette and even allow your horizons to grow to see what else the wondrous world of music has … Continue reading Àrnica – Cabeza de Lobo

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Ye Banished Privateers – First Night Back In Port

June 23, 2017June 24, 2017 Vinterd

 Everyone goes into a new record with some sort of expectation. Be it immense hype because it’s your favorite band and you know they’re gonna bust out something ridiculously good or you’re anticipating yet another blatant Slayer rip off, we all … Continue reading Ye Banished Privateers – First Night Back In Port

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Interview with Nic Nassuet!

August 31, 2016August 31, 2016 Vinterd

I’m never one to shy away from looking for music outside of metal and rock because I believe a balanced music taste leads a decent mentality, and so far it’s proven to be pretty true in my case. Yet one … Continue reading Interview with Nic Nassuet!

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