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Band
Somnium Nox
Title
Terra Inanis
Type
LP/EP
Company
Transcending Obscurity
YOR
2017
Style
Black
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Atmospheric Black Metal from the land down under!
Australia's Somnium Nox have the atmospheric black metal sound down pat! Although the production is a lot better than what you may normally be used to in this sub-genre of metal, it doesn't overshadow the creepiness and emotion of the music. Speaking of the music, this is some top quality black metal! There are only 3 songs, clocking in at just under 30 minutes, but the craftsmanship of these songs draw you in to the point where time is no longer considered. Seeing that Terra Inanis is only their debut album, I already can't wait to hear more from this young band. You won't find much info on them but definitely check out their Bandcamp page!
Recommended for fans of: Hecate Enthroned, early-Forgotten Tomb
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Terra Inanis 2017 Transcending Obscurity David Loveless 7/15/2017 4
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