Da wir nicht mehr zum #MHP fahren, veranstalten meine Jungs und ich Anfang November ja zu dritt unser eigenes #Metal-Wochenende🤘
In einem kleinen Häuschen in #Damp 🏡 der Tipp kam hier aus der Community, danke!
Bier und Whisky, Hifi-Anlage, Bluray-Player, Beamer, ein Dutzend Live-DVDs / Blurays mit #Pantera, #Slayer, #Behemoth, #Marduk, #Satyricon, #KSE, #RATM, #Ministry, #RobZombie, uvm.), 🍺 😎
Wird ein geiles privat #Festival, denke ich 😁
By Grin Reaper
In a genre defined by trem-picking, unbridled shrieks, and lo-fi, treble-heavy production, Gjendød challenges a paradigm long synonymous with black metal—no bass, no problem. Though unabashedly black metal, Gjendød offers an alternative to typical second-wave stylings while still being recognizably influenced by them. Svekkelse is Gjendød’s sixth LP since founding duo K and KK joined forces in 2015. After releasing I Utakt med Verden in 2022, the Trondheim, Norway twosome enlisted drummer TK1 and Gjendød signed with Osmose Productions. These developments gave listeners 2024’s Livskramper and now Svekkelse. Both albums buck some of the musical stereotypes rife within the genre, yet it takes more than subverting expectations to write an estimable record. Is Gjendød up to the task?
The elements of Gjendød’s sound have been around since the band’s inception, with melodic leads and prominent bass strewn throughout their discography. But things didn’t crystallize until Livskramper, where Gjendød upped their commitment to melody, and the production took a step forward. Svekkelse continues the work Livskramper began. Bassist and vocalist KK’s gargles flirt with early Satyricon, which compounds with the bass-laden mix recalling The Shadowthrone. Musically, Gorgoroth’s Antichrist provides another point of comparison, although KK’s vocals won’t be mistaken for Hat’s croaks. Either way, those illustrious parallels give a suggestion of what to expect, though don’t go into Svekkelse anticipating a reproduction of either. What Gjendød has assembled is a vision all their own.
With dynamic guitar leads, sultry bass grooves, and proficient stickwork, Gjendød has no room for slouches. Every time I spin Svekkelse, it’s all about that bass. It’s so present in the mix that it’s impossible not to be entranced. Though bass is present throughout the album, opener “Likens bortgang” sets strong expectations. And when the pace slows in “En staur i hjertet,” the bass ambles out the gates to carry the melody with trem-picked chords underpinning blackened rasps. It would all be for naught if the bass-playing wasn’t accomplished enough to merit the spotlight. In this regard, KK does not disappoint, as bass lines slink with groovy, understated elegance. Gjendød’s talent isn’t limited to four-string heft,2 though, as guitarist K does a swell job through Svekkelse’s forty-two minutes. The tremolos are well-executed but standard black metal fare, and he spices things up with calculated whammy abuse (“Likens bortgang”), inducing surf-rock flavors when employed. K also tucks some nifty solos into Svekkelse, my personal favorite being in “Maktens sødme,” and occasionally inhabits skronky Voivodian territory (“Maktens sødme,” “En elv av kjøtt”). Rounding out the trio, drummer TK braces the band ably and unobtrusively, and while there’s no show-stopping kit work, the music never flags or sags for lack of a rhythmic cornerstone.
Churning out an album in a year is no mean feat, but more time between releases could have helped address the nagging issues holding Svekkelse back. Final track “Den falske råte” is a nasty, seven-minute ode to Norwegian black metal fury. It captures that sound well, but doesn’t connect with the preceding songs enough. Dropping it and pushing “En staur i hjertet” to the end would have made the album tighter, more consistent, and still allowed for a sprawling conclusion with sufficient gravity. Also, while there aren’t any bad songs on Svekkelse, the quality dips in the back half. Specifically, mid-paced sections muck with the overall flow, and the songs aren’t quite as memorable, making for a front-loaded listen. Despite these reservations, Gjendød delivers a success. While a high DR score isn’t a guarantee, the mix and master on Svekkelse are superb, deftly blending raw guitar and vocals with smooth, buttery bass. In total, there’s a lot to like.
Gjendød’s latest imparts a groovy twist on black metal in a one-sitting dose, which is better than a fair number of albums I’ve listened to this year. While Svekkelse won’t list for me, I expect I’ll return to it when I hear other promising black metal albums deficient in vitamin bass. Gjendød has defined a trademark sound, and with a little more attention to honing their songcraft, their next album could be something special. As it stands, Gjendød are on the cusp of something better, but after several listens, I’m not entirely convinced. Regardless, I’m invested in the evolution of their sound and excited to hear where they take things next.
Rating: Good!
DR: 10 | Format Reviewed: 320 kpbs mp3
Label: Osmose Productions
Website: Facebook
Releases Worldwide: September 26th, 2025
#2025 #30 #BlackMetal #Gjendød #Gorgoroth #MelodicBlackMetal #NorwegianMetal #Osmose #OsmoseProductions #Review #Reviews #Satyricon #Sep25 #Svekkelse #Voivod
if #siverthoyem #satyricon is seriously looking into this, it would literally be a first in 40 years... #ruguniversitygroningen #jorisdemmink #graspop2015 #lornashore #projectbluebird #luciferexperiment #venusvirus #andromedanvirus #callmelittlesunshine #mctwinflame #nibiru #magnafrisia #tobiasforge #arkangel
In the mist of the shadows by the river of the fogpalace,
Two great spears and a flag of dominion and hate Over the chasm riders of doom
And sometimes the water dares to reflect...
As days pass by and the light is becoming weaker
I can watch the death of the sun from my enormous view
Still sometimes I thought my own eyes were deceiving me…
(#satyricon "In The Mist By The Hills" / "The Shadowthrone", 1994)
#norway #norge #norwegen #scandinavia #lake #fjord #nature #sea #water #coast #life #travel #travelingnorway #adventure #vacation #north #upnorth #norwegian #roadtrip #bucketlist #norden #norwaynaturure #norwaytoday #norway🇳🇴 #norwayraw #norway #norse #norwegen #scandinavia #lake #nature #sea #water #life #travel #travelingnorway #adventure #north #upnorth #norwegian #roadtrip #bucketlist #norwaynature #norwaytoday #norway #visitnorway #norge #norwaypleasure #norwaypicture #spectacularnorway #norwayraw #dreamchasersnorway #norgebilderno #nortrip #upnorway
pod al popolo, #076: satyricon, xxxiv
Un frammento da Petronio. Su Pod al popolo. Podcast irregolare ed ennesimo fail again fail better dell’occidente postremo. Buon ascolto
(La traduzione letta è quella per Einaudi, a cura di Vincenzo Ciaffi)
fonte: Universitätsbibliothek Heidelberg, Cod. Pal. germ. 438, 1455–58#audio #PAP #pap076 #pap076 #Petronio #podAlPopolo #podcast #Satyricon
Watched #Fellini #Satyricon last night, and saw the English dub; haven't watched that in a very long time. It's easier to watch if you're not trying to read the subtitles, but the English dub is quite a bit different from the English subtitles in the Italian version. A lot more cussing, for one: Encolpio keeps calling Ascylto "a shit", which had me laughing out loud more than once.
Tolminator just started, and the crew is already announcing their next year’s headliners.
- - -
Mannomann, die sind ja auf Zack beim #tolminator 😉 Kaum angefangen, schon headliner für nächstes Jahr angekündigt.
https://tolminator.com/en/tolminator-iv/
#HeavenShallBurn #InFlames #Satyricon #Deicide
…and #Master 😎
I know of one Pagan stream, running through the gardens of Veenklooster Fogelsanghstate... with the Swan crest. #satyricon #siverthoyem #gardenofeden #valhalla
opinion: #satyricon fully embracing the black'n'roll sound on their more recent albums was a great idea. perfect fit for frost's bonham-y hammering on drums. also: bringing in sivert hoyem!
#TheMetalDogArticleList
#BraveWords–WhereMusicLives
Today In Metal History 🤘 June 28th, 2025 🤘 METAL CHURCH, SATYRICON, ROBERT PLANT, AC/DC, GRAVE, OZZY OSBOURNE
#MetalChurch #Satyricon #RobertPlant #ACDC #Grave #OzzyOsbourne #WilliamAucoin #KISS #BillyID
#TheMetalDogArticleList
#BraveWords–WhereMusicLives
Today In Metal History 🤘 June 13th, 2025 🤘 RATT, MEGADETH, FEAR FACTORY, APOCALYPTICA, SATYRICON, JUDAS PRIEST
#RATT #MEGADETH #FEARFACTORY #APOCALYPTICA #SATYRICON #JUDASPRIEST #Bravewords #MetalHistory
Did Katy Perry steal I kissed a girl from #satyricon ?? Im doing the fire's work, it's the opposite of lightwork.
https://youtube.com/watch?v=QGJuMBdaqIw&si=Ryyt81MvJtfDD2eK
SATYR & FENRIZ AT MOONFOGS OFFICE
CHECK OUT OUR BLOG FOR MUCH MORE!
https://defendersofoldschoolmetal.blogspot.com/
#TheMetalDogArticleList
#BraveWords–WhereMusicLives
SATYRICON’s Sigurd “Satyr” Wongraven – “My Story As A Metal Frontman”; Video
https://bravewords.com/news/satyricons-sigurd-satyr-wongraven-my-story-as-a-metal-frontman-video/
#Satyr #Satyricon #UnholyTrinityTour #Behemoth #RottingChrist #Milan #Alcatraz #Chaoszine #MetalFrontman #BraveWordsRecords
Ze včerejší kulturní akce.
#unholy #trinity #rottingchrist #satyricon #behemoth #blackmetal
Ein wirklich toller Abend. Ich werde morgen schlimm Nackenschmerzen haben.
Unholy Trinity #rotting_christ #satyricon #behemoth
Vergesst nicht, im Dunklen zu atmen! Lautstärke hoch! 😎🤘. Schönen Abend noch!
#blackmetal ! #rottingchrist ! #satyricon ! #behemoth ! What's there not to like!? Take a look at this playlist if you want to relive their #unholytrinitytour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEngkoc5BVI&list=PLmn2ED1LqEvCsWMrV81AYO0HPVABIlj7E
In a show of European unity, veterans from Greece, Norway and Poland have come together to tour the land and promote #blackmetal That’s basically what #rottingchrist #satyricon and #behemoth are doing right now as part of their #unholytrinitytour and #013poppodium in #tilburg was their stop tonight. The venue was packed and it’s fair to say everybody got their money’s worth! Lovely!
10-YEAR-THROWBACK: Heute vor 10 Jahren - die norwegische Black Metal-Formation SATYRICON rund um Frontmann Sigurd "Satyr" Wongraven bespielt die große Halle des Schlachthofs in Wiesbaden. So berichteten wir damals: http://bit.ly/1HEUnO5 #satyricon #blackmetal #metal
