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Those in the know need no introduction to Italian occult metal titans Mortuary Drape, but for those not in the know, they’re cult legends within extreme metal and are often seen as a missing link between the first and second wave of black metal. Regardless, these guys are legends, and despite some considerable time gaps between albums in the span of two decades, the band have finally released their long awaited sixth studio album 'Black Mirror' through the extreme metal powerhouse that is Peaceville Records.

The main thing to expect from Mortuary Drape is a vintage style of black/death metal that’s very steeply rooted in classic 80’s metal akin to Mercyful Fate, and early death metal, but what makes Mortuary Drape unique is their distinct Italian musicality. Their music is of course very brutal and raw, but they have a sense of psychedelic melody and some subtle progressive leanings that evoke the music of the prog band and horror composers Goblin, and more importantly a very distinct funeral like atmosphere that’s the result of all those other elements, though Mortuary Drape don’t make frequent or extensive use of synths and keyboards beyond their 2000’s output.

All that to say that they have a sound that’s pretty much unique to them, and have gone on to inspire countless of bands that want to break away from the second wave Scandinavian black metal mold, and even after almost three decades and with frontman and founder Wildness Perversion being the only remaining original member with a long list of collaborators that have come and gone, is this new album more of the same quality Italian occult black metal, or has the band done something else?

The best thing about Mortuary Drape’s distinct sound and aesthetic is how you can easily identify it once you get into them and as such aside from hearing the improvement in production quality and the music becoming more dynamic, and for 'Black Mirror' while the band still do what they do best, funereal black/death metal, this is also their most straightforward and refined, and their most progressive record yet, in terms of production this album is crisp and impactful, the bass and drums in particular are a major highlight, as long time member S.C. gets to shine with his meaty and complex bass lines that add to the band’s proggy and psychedelic leanings, while drummer M.T. also adds to the musical complexity, and does a damn good job at adding a dynamic rhythm to the music and without over relying on blast beats, and considering he played with prog metal band Aleph, to say he is skilled and talented would be to grossly undersell how good he is on the album.

The guitar work of D.C. and S.R. is also a major highlight, while the bass and drums do the more muscular complexity on the music, the guitars don’t slouch at all, as D.C. and S.R. get to shine with their riffs and especially their soloing, anyone who enjoys good riffs must listen to this album because D.C. and S.R. Not only satisfied, they excelled, and this is without a doubt their best guitar work in the band since they joined in 2010. And last but not least, that leaves the band’s mastermind Wildness Perversion, the man of course has unmistakable vocals, his guttural growling is as good as it ever was, and remains consistent after so long, the biggest praise I can give him is not just how he has manage to keep his vocals as intense and feral as they are, but they successfully fit with the band’s new found refinement, and he even gets to branch with some demonic chanting sprinkled throughout the album.

To conclude the best aspect of the album as a whole and what’s the biggest display of the band’s development is their more doomy and psychedelic flourishes, which is particularly strong in the second half of the album, be they bridge sections with the aforementioned demonic chanting of Wildness Perversion as heard on ‘Rattle Breath’ and ‘Nocturnal Coven’ which is also the band at their most melodic and proggy, or the dark psychedelic intros of ‘Mistress of Sorcerer’ and ‘Fading Flowers Spell’, and best showcased in the haunting closing title track, the band truly display a knack to make dark, entrancing metal without sounding cheesy or disjointed.

Overall, Mortuary Drape continue to be an exemplary band in terms of both their legacy and their willingness to continue expanding and tinkering with their unique sound and style, which is commendable in it of itself considering that if Mortuary Drape wanted, they could stop recording music altogether since their standing is pretty much secured, but because they continue writing and recording, and taking their time doing so yields some excellent music worth listening.

TheSlayFer


Italian black / death metal ghouls Mortuary Drape return with their long-awaited sixth album. My hopes are high…

Haunting piano begins our journey into the darkness with a chilling introduction. Eerie vocals and mesmerising guitar riffs pound into a diabolic assault with those extremely strong bass lines that Mortuary Drape have always utilised, harnessing all of the evil spirits that lurk within their soundscapes. Blistering lead work complements the rhythm guitars and battering drums with tight shreds, showing their musicianship as a band is stronger than ever while still feeling occult and vicious as ever. Dancing with the radiant elements of traditional metallic craftsmanship, that timeless feeling at the heart of their music burns bright while the dark flame remains hostile and mysterious. To hear a band quite as highly regarded by myself as Mortuary Drape still putting out mystical and enchanting music of this calibre is magnificent and the opening moments of this record are testimony to this being just as strong as their EP had teased at.

Scathing melodics and bestial artillery intertwine to give us a most majestic and yet visceral listen, continuing to seethe with resplendent oddities. With a production that allows the hard-hitting percussion and absolutely mind-blowing guitar work to enshroud those pounding and vibrant bass lines, there is no escaping the fact Mortuary Drape are sounding more massive than ever, especially with Wildness Perversion’s recognisably inhuman vocals piercing through like a dagger to an exposed chest cavity. The blending of rattling low end and warm mids is gorgeous to listen to, mummifying the mind with their charnel extreme metal delights. As well as the superb musicianship, the songwriting and feel of the record is just so perfectly crafted, casting a shadow over all with their bewildering essence. The heart of this thing is just as punishing and untamed yet blissfully melodious, continuing to unpredictably yet reliably gratify the maniacal urge for occult black metal played properly.

Of course with a band such as Mortuary Drape, a certain magical essence must be present in their music. It is here with abundant clarity, as every moment lurks in a terrifying blend of fantastical horror and sepulchral realism. Earthly and yet with a presence so distant, only this band could make sounds like this and they continue to marvellously. With more dynamics than one could conceive, going from thrashing rage to doomed despair, their sound fills the entire range of tempos, sonics and aesthetics while the consistency of playing real black metal to perfection is always there. Whether primitive or embracing their technical abilities and allowing them to flourish, everything feels sincere and genuinely impassioned with not a second of the running time wasted. A pounding opus of furiously enchanting musical prowess that deserves your undivided attention and adoration if you care for the darker side of extremity. But of course with the name Mortuary Drape on the cover; you already knew that didn’t you?

Combining the continuity of their signature sound with rejuvenated creativity and production advancements, this album is one hundred percent Mortuary Drape without rehashing a singular element, the past is alive and the future still has room for the real masters… A truly triumphant and epic work from one of black metal’s most important artists.

Nattskog7



..::TRACK-LIST::..

1. Restless Death 06:20
2. The Secret Lost 03:35
3. Ritual Unction 04:21
4. Drowned in Silence 04:43
5. Into the Oblivion 03:31
6. Rattle Breath 04:31
7. Nocturnal Coven 04:08
8. Mistress of Sorcerer 05:13
9. The Unburied 04:17
10. Fading Flowers Spell 04:42
11. Black Mirror 03:07



..::OBSADA::..

Wildness Perversion - Vocals
D.C. - Guitars
S.R. - Guitars
S.C. - Bass
M.T. - Drums



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGt0T9B36wM


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