This is the debut recording of this new Black / Death Metal band from Germany, and holy darkness, it does invoke the best elements of ritualistic Death Metal, with a somber atmosphere and occult essence, that only few bands are capable of creating. Ritualistic, enigmatic and certainly hypnotic at times, every song shows an aura of despair and darkness that reminds me of old Metal heroes like early SAMAEL, yet with some melodic approach akin to the slower songs of first two DISSECTION albums, while some touches recalls DEATHSPELL OMEGA, and some sounds are even not far from MORGOTH. The recording is just perfect for what this is to embody, with cavernous vocals, which are more black metallic in essence, and with simple, yet very effective riffs. The essence in here is closer to the old South American sound, yet with the primordial aggression of early Teutonic evil Thrash, but without too much speed. For less than half hour, this is some of the best Metal of darkness, doom and death I have heard in long time, and gives hope (or probably not) for the uncertain future. This is the upcoming darkness in music. www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573866923961, www.facebook.com/darknessshallriseproductions