Mordgrimm 2014
1.A Thousand Burning Temples 2. Of Osiris & Execration 3. Thorns That Pierce The Skull
4. Revelation, Apocalypse
The King Is Blind are relative newcomers to the scene but
its ranks feature ex-members of Cradle of Filth and Extreme Noise Terror so
anticipation is high to say the least. The band describes themselves as
‘Monolithic Metal’ and as ‘A Thousand Burning Temples’ spews out with pure
hatred, venom and spite it is more than clear that this description is
extremely apt. Snarled rasping vocals cut the speakers through like razor-wire
through flesh. Musically this opening track has much to offer, flitting from
old school influenced death metal through to melodic black metal seamlessly and
with utter conviction leaving the listener in no doubt whatsoever as to the
bands musical intentions. Strangely ‘Of Osiris And Execration’ takes you by
surprise, the tempo and style dropped to a more rock inspired groovy doom metal
feel, which at a first listen doesn’t quite sound in fitting with the opening track,
but then as the song progresses it all seems to fit into place perfectly and
you find yourself being dragged into the bands horrid despair. The track
becomes strained and tortured, distorted menacingly into a musical nightmare,
albeit a very good one!
‘Thorns That Pierce The Skull’ is a different beast
altogether, blasting open in almost black metal fashion and continuing that theme
throughout much of the song. The dual vocal delivery really stands out here,
again spitting out pure hell and delivered with pure menace and they are the
perfect accompaniment to the music. Final song ‘Revelation, Apocalypse’ slows
proceedings down once again, although this time the song is more twisted and
distorted, building the tempo up slowly to end on a real high. There is no
doubt that TKIB have produced an absolute monster of an e.p and their
experience from previous acts really shines through in their song-writing
ability. For such a short release there really is a lot on offer and this should see the band pushed to the top of the UK underground as one of
the bands to keep an eye on, such is the quality on display. Highly recommended blackened death metal with doom
influences, this is the soundtrack to accompany your worst night terror!
8.5 Out Of 10
Band Page: Here
Buy It: Here
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