Olc Sinnsir The Throne Of Dead
Oaken Shield Records FPG19 2003
By Russell Garwood
Olc Sinnsir hail from France, and play true black metal. Comprising drummer Asael, guitarists Curufinwë and Umbrae, A. Svartsinn (vocals/lyrics) and Lord Askharon on bass, the music is exactly what you would expect for such a sound. Muddy but by no means abysmal production (on the scale of necro black metal, at least), doesnt hide some relatively melodic yet slightly tinny guitar work, swapping between wailing slow lines and faster more traditional black metal chords and picking. The bass keeps up with the guitars well, but is not particularly prominent, while the drums are fast but show little variation, alternating between blasts and double bass rolls throughout. Occasional fills do introduce variety, however, and this is completed by a relatively static black metal scream.
All this makes for slightly monotonous, but solid listening. Fans of more modern true black metal will greatly appreciate The Throne Of Dead, and Im sure will find it far from dull and extremely agreeable. For those not so heavily into the genre, it still has enjoyable moments, but is not such a necessity.
Oaken Shield Records FPG19 2003
By Russell Garwood
Olc Sinnsir hail from France, and play true black metal. Comprising drummer Asael, guitarists Curufinwë and Umbrae, A. Svartsinn (vocals/lyrics) and Lord Askharon on bass, the music is exactly what you would expect for such a sound. Muddy but by no means abysmal production (on the scale of necro black metal, at least), doesnt hide some relatively melodic yet slightly tinny guitar work, swapping between wailing slow lines and faster more traditional black metal chords and picking. The bass keeps up with the guitars well, but is not particularly prominent, while the drums are fast but show little variation, alternating between blasts and double bass rolls throughout. Occasional fills do introduce variety, however, and this is completed by a relatively static black metal scream.
All this makes for slightly monotonous, but solid listening. Fans of more modern true black metal will greatly appreciate The Throne Of Dead, and Im sure will find it far from dull and extremely agreeable. For those not so heavily into the genre, it still has enjoyable moments, but is not such a necessity.
