The Finnish Blackened Death Metal ensemble, Anima Hereticae, has unleashed their inaugural album upon the world today, bearing the enigmatic title "Descended from the Mountains."
Their music possesses a transformative quality, vividly transmuting the
mysticism inherent in the northern nature into a sonic tapestry. This
album not only represents a musical evolution but also a lyrical
continuation of the themes explored in their EP "Ov Behest,"
which saw the light of day two years prior. Delving into the etymology
of the album's name, one finds a continuation of the band's
characteristic lyrical motif: despite our origins in nature, we find
ourselves detached from our roots and ancestral essence on various
levels.
The very title of the album is a nod to our
forebears, dwelling in the rugged mountainous regions, celebrated for
their strength, fortitude, and resilience.
In their
compositions, the band masterfully weaves a narrative that embodies the
captivating allure and unforgiving harshness of nature. This duality is
most prominent in the grandiose titular track, also presented visually
in a stunning accompanying video. As listeners traverse this auditory
odyssey, they are graced with the talents of esteemed guest vocalists Mikko Heikkilä (Kaunis Kuolematon & Dawn of Solace) and Gogo Melone (Aeonian Sorrow), adding yet another layer of depth and brilliance to this full-length musical opus.
1. Arcane
2. Two Wolves
3. Kraken
4. Cimmerian Darkness
5. Kalman väki
6. The Vault of the Night
7. Descended from The Mountains
Ville Rutanen - Vocals&Bass
Taneli Jämsä - Guitar&Backing vocals
Teppo Ristola - Drums
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