Keep of Kalessin
Katharsis
| Year | 2023 |
| Genre | Melodic Black Metal |
| Label | [no label] |
| Country | XW |
| Status | Official |
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- Katharsis (4:32)
- Hellride (3:54)
- The Omni (7:11)
- War of the Wyrm (3:52)
- From the Stars and Beyond (3:52)
- Journey’s End (5:12)
- The Obsidian Expanse (10:08)
- Throne of Execration (8:08)
- The Eternal Swarm (Outro) (1:38)
About the Band
Keep of Kalessin is a Norwegian extreme metal band from Trondheim, formed in 1993. The group's early lineup consisted of Ghash on vocals, Obsidian C. (the group founder) on guitars and keyboards, Warach on bass, and Vyl on drums. They released two albums under this lineup: Through Times of War in 1997, and Agnen: A Journey Through the Dark in 1999, before splitting up.
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Album Review
Keep of Kalessin's 2023 release 'Katharsis' is a stunning display of melodic black metal mastery that will leave listeners in awe. The album is a whirlwind of intense riffs, blistering solos, and relentless blast beats, creating a dark and atmospheric soundscape that is both haunting and beautiful. Standout tracks like 'Hellride' and 'The Obsidian Expanse' showcase the band's ability to seamlessly blend aggression and melody, while the epic closer 'The Eternal Swarm' leaves a lasting impression with its haunting outro. The production quality on 'Katharsis' is top-notch, allowing every instrument to shine through the mix with clarity and power. This album solidifies Keep of Kalessin's place as one of the leaders in the melodic black metal scene, and is a must-listen for fans of the genre.