Monday, January 31, 2011

FEN - THE MALEDICTION FIELDS (2009)

genre : pagan/progressive black
similar bands : A Forest of Stars, Enslaved, Kerbenok, Alcest, Agalloch
origin : UK
strong spot : songwriting, atmosphere
weak spot : production is a bit rawer than it should, clean vocals sound weak at parts

Fen present a very emotional album, a real journey in the depths of the British forests. The black metal elements are the primary ones but there is also room for post-rock or shoegaze touches. Τhe production in this genre is usually very raw but Fen exaggerated a bit.Their new album is due for release on the 11th of February 2011, so stay tuned.

8,8 out of 10 goatheads 

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