Lake Drinker
Lake Drinker
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album
Our Take
Our Take
A review of HORNDAL's latest album "Lake Drinker" is akin to taking a sonic plunge into murky waters brimming with doom-laden riffs and sludgy melodies. This Swedish band has managed to craft a sound that is both menacing and captivating, drawing listeners in with a hypnotic blend of heavy guitar work and haunting vocals.
The opening track, "Beneath the Water", sets the tone for the album with its brooding atmosphere and relentless intensity. Each subsequent track builds on this foundation, creating a cohesive sonic journey that transports listeners to a dark, foreboding world where the only respite is found in headbanging along to the crushing riffs.
Tracks like "The Lake" and "Cold Stone" showcase the band's ability to seamlessly blend elements of sludge, doom, and post-metal, creating a sound that is both familiar and fresh. The band's tight musicianship and dynamic songwriting keep the listener engaged from start to finish, with each track offering something new and exciting to discover.
Overall, "Lake Drinker" is a masterclass in modern heavy music, showcasing HORNDAL's ability to push boundaries and defy genre conventions. So, grab a drink (not from the lake, please) and dive headfirst into this mesmerizing album - just be prepared to come up for air completely mesmerized and thoroughly rocked.
Track Listing
Track Listing
1. Rossen
2. Horndal's Blodbad
3. The Uprising
4. The Black Wheel
5. Kalhygget
6. Ruhr
7. Growing Graves
8. Home
9. Thor Bear
10. Town Burner
11. Ormön
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About the artist
Horndal
HORNDAL, the Swedish quintet named after a small, rural town, has been making waves in the metal scene with their unique blend of sludge, doom, and post-metal. With a sound that is both heavy and melodic, they have been hailed as one of the most exciting bands to emerge in recent years. Formed in 2016, HORNDAL quickly gained attention with their debut EP "Remains" in 2017. The band's powerful, visceral music is matched by their thought-provoking lyrics, which often touch on themes of industrial decline and working-class struggle. Their debut full-length album "Lake Drinker" in 2020 received critical acclaim for its raw energy and intensity. Tracks like "Horndal's Blodbad" and "Rossen" showcase the band's ability to seamlessly blend crushing riffs with haunting melodies, creating a sound that is both heavy and haunting. With their explosive live performances and DIY ethos, HORNDAL has built a dedicated fan base around the world. Their music is not just a sonic experience, but a visceral one that leaves listeners feeling both exhilarated and introspective. In a genre filled with imitators, HORNDAL stands out as a true original. With their uncompromising sound and raw emotion, they are a band that demands to be heard. Keep an eye on these Swedish upstarts, as they are poised to take the metal world by storm.
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