Metallurgical Fire
I’m not a fan of everything the band does. This track and Built on Ashes are two of the best songs ever made. When Zeal and Ardor hits, it hits hard.
Favorite track: Solace.
Blackbraid is a spiritual force in the black metal scene, bringing a unique perspective and culture that was missing until the release of this album. 'Barefoot Ghost Dance on Bloodsoaked Soil' is immensely powerful, showing me that black metal is as strong as ever. 'The River of Time Flows Through Me' is excellent as well, with a crushing melody and unforgettable song title. Hail Sgah'gahsowáh, the new blood of black metal. Obsidian One
Well, after listening to Death and Black Metal for over 35 years, it sometimes gets boring, even if bands try to innovate. But then you stumble upon an album, which immediately clicks: it fresh, but familiar. It’s emotional, intelligent and complex, but not for complexities’ sake. It flows, it works, it’s authentic.
This album is absolutely great, it’s all I want from this kind of music: cold soundscapes, raging fires, the embrace of darkness. 10/10 Ricardo Cristof
Backened shoegaze squalls, cinematic J-rock choruses, and tortured, atmospheric breakdowns from these whipsmart Tokyo wreckers. Bandcamp New & Notable Aug 10, 2025
Everything Turns Blue, Unseen World, and A Place in the Sun are my favourites. This album opens inner worlds, helps depression, and there is nothing more awakening than haunting electronic cinema tracks. She and the band is amazing live. JADINO_ARTIST