Varlok - raging, traditional black metal from Kansas, U.S.

Varlok

Nefarious Arts of the Necromage

October 1st, 2021

Even though this is a debut full-length (eight songs in 35 minutes) (and Metal Archives and Bandcamp show no previous recordings), the music proves to be the work of an experienced squad. The sound quality and execution of the headbanging, traditional black metal leave no doubt. This Kansas, U.S. band is the sound of what traditional black metal is all about. True and fast, grim and necro, Varlok should be on the agenda of audiences looking for no-nonsense, classic-style black metal built for banging your head. The harsh, shrieking vocals; the frenetic drumming; and spiraling style of the guitar work all contribute to the traditional sound, which the band carries out in a skilled manner. Readers might like to know that this is not a one-person project nor a demo-level recording. Rather, the band consists of musicians with at least 10 years of experience in bands in their region of the country: Jotanar on bass and vocals [Cataphract, Verräter (live), ex-Stonehaven, ex-Typhon, ex-Mürderhead]; Ghargoyle on drums [Cataphract, Emerald Eye, Garoted, Verräter, Vänlade, ex-Typhon, Chafed Taint, Relic]; Beithir on guitars; and Strigoi on guitars [Cataphract, Garoted, Verräter, ex-Typhon, Chafed Taint, Dr. Fvck, ex-Ritual Combat]. A satisfying listen.

Nefarious Arts of the Necromage by Varlok

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