V:28 Nonanthropogenic
Vendlus Records Vend002 November 14th 2003
By Russell Garwood
V:28, formerly known as V:O:I
, play futuristic death/black metal, with cold synths, melodic riffage and programmed drums. These help create industrial leanings, which amplify the cynical feel present throughout . The vocals of Eddie Risdel are, for the most, part a death growl, while his guitars, along with those of Kristoffer Oustad rely on melodic, black-metal orientated rhythm work. This is accompanied by some more death orientated riffge. Both hold a considerable amount of melody, making for memorable songs, while Eddies bass is a solid low end. The programmed drums are fitting in the modern sound, as is their precision, adding to the detached cynicism of the apocalyptic lyrics. As is to be expected, the production is of a high standard, with LRZ from Red Harvest being the responsible party in this case. There is also a guest appearance from Enslaveds Grutle Kjellson on two tracks.
Nonanthropogenic is the first in a trilogy of albums documenting the apocalypse, and as such the music has a dark edge, which is very much in the style of old-school black metal. The modern elements and well chosen samples intensify this, and make for a solid, if not groundbreaking, release. With well written songs and high-quality execution, many fans of contemporary extreme metal will enjoy V:28s efforts.
V:28's Official Website
Vendlus Records Official Website
Vendlus Records Vend002 November 14th 2003
By Russell Garwood
V:28, formerly known as V:O:I
, play futuristic death/black metal, with cold synths, melodic riffage and programmed drums. These help create industrial leanings, which amplify the cynical feel present throughout . The vocals of Eddie Risdel are, for the most, part a death growl, while his guitars, along with those of Kristoffer Oustad rely on melodic, black-metal orientated rhythm work. This is accompanied by some more death orientated riffge. Both hold a considerable amount of melody, making for memorable songs, while Eddies bass is a solid low end. The programmed drums are fitting in the modern sound, as is their precision, adding to the detached cynicism of the apocalyptic lyrics. As is to be expected, the production is of a high standard, with LRZ from Red Harvest being the responsible party in this case. There is also a guest appearance from Enslaveds Grutle Kjellson on two tracks. Nonanthropogenic is the first in a trilogy of albums documenting the apocalypse, and as such the music has a dark edge, which is very much in the style of old-school black metal. The modern elements and well chosen samples intensify this, and make for a solid, if not groundbreaking, release. With well written songs and high-quality execution, many fans of contemporary extreme metal will enjoy V:28s efforts.
V:28's Official Website
Vendlus Records Official Website
