Kev Rowland
Here we have the second full-length album from this Belgian trio, and main man Corvus (guitar/bass/keys, the line-up is completed by Baal on drums and Mastema on vocals) recently stated “Drawing the energy from the darkest thoughts of its creators, Cult of Erinyes intends to evolve in the realms of Black Metal while pushing its limits a bit further. Spawned with the intention to distil artistic audacity into respected traditions, Cult of Erinyes belongs to the forbidden experience, where music is merely a symptom of a higher truth. Ritualistic hymns, vicious and twisted vocals, furious rhythmics and ambient digressions are only a few weapons which make Cult of Erinyes a band to be reckoned with.”
This is Black Metal that is chaotic, dark, and unrelenting. Strong production has captured the power of these guys, allowing each to shine, and although the music is intense the vocals take it to a whole new level, with Mastema obviously raised on the likes of Cryptopsy and Cannibal Corpse. He goes so low and guttural at times that it is hard to believe that this is a human voice. Ball is a powerhouse on drums, knowing when to kick in with the double bass pedals while Corvus has many diverse styles,which allow him to push the boundaries of the genre while maintaining a ferocious attack. Black Metal rarely gets much better than this. www.auralmusic.com