As expected, the music is the usual fare from a German neofolk band, grave vocals, plucked guitars, melancholic strings and
dramatic percussions, but this not surprising in such a rigidly codified genre. However, this is just a first impression
and a close listening will reveal more elaborate arrangements and well-balanced compositions coupled with good musicianship.
A promising debut (mini)album.
Ian C.
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I like two songs in particular, "Abel und Kain" and "Mistelsteinn", but this just a personal preference as all the songs
on Mistelsteinn are quite pleasant; even if their influences (Forseti, Darkwood, Sonnentau, etc) can be a bit too obvious
at times. However, this is cannot really be considered as a major default for a debut release. A detail that can easily be
forgotten when listening to this record...
Spring 2005
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