(Our supporter xBenx has compiled a series of guest posts, this being the fifth installment. Each one focuses on a different band that he fears may have been overlooked by the masses, and today the spotlight is on Germany’s Klabautamann.)
In truth, this is neither head-crushing nor really “brutal”, but Klabautamann’s Merkur album from 2009 is brilliant.
Admittedly, these Germans are indebted to Enslaved’s post-millennium discography, but that doesn’t restrict them from forging their own compelling compositions of progressive black metal. The modus operandi found in this 2009 offering was simple; lush, spacious melodic passages meld seamlessly with their contrast — white-hot furnaces of blazing fury. It may be a straightforward dichotomy, but it’s one that has kept me returning frequently.
http://zeitgeister.bandcamp.com/album/merkur
https://www.facebook.com/Klabautamann
11 Responses to “OBSCURE BRUTALITY NO. 5: KLABAUTAMANN”
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I really love the album cover, and am really enjoying the music too.
Good innit, so twisted and creepy!!!
Klabautamann are absolutely brilliant, one of the best bands i discovered last year. a delight for fans of Enslaved.
good post!
Indeed, I love how they twist and turn this sound to make something their own!!
I stumbled upon these guys a couple of years ago, great choice to feature them here. This band is criminally unknown.
This is gorgeous stuff.
I was sold with the cover art alone, thanks for sharing this great band!
Glad you liked it!!! Got a few more up my sleeve and even more if Islander consents!!
Wow, Merkur is random. I wasn’t expecting that.
this sounds awesome, and cool artwork as well
Thank you thank you thank you. I had never heard of the band before and Merkur is absolutely stunning. Album of 2013 (despite being released in 2009). \m/