SURREAL PERDITION
Surreal Perdition - 'Surreal Incisions from the
Subconscious Eyrie of Perdition'
-Haunting Ambience
- Surreal Incisions from the Subconscious Eyrie of Perdition -
No doubt rivalling Bal-Saggoth in the 'longest
album title of all time stakes' the music is not
unlike the title in its enigmatic, bizarre and
undecipherable state. The album is broken into
three parts each containing three songs which
blend as an extremely interesting journey into
musical realms which are almost beyond
description.
Embracing all that is the Avant-Garde movement within black metal
with a touch of classical inspiration they create a highly atmospheric
and visually inspiring release which at times is purely chaotic, at times
eerie, melancholy, haunting, ambient and always dark. Again I shall
parallel them to Bal-Saggoth, 'The Black Moon Broods Over Lemuria'
era, however this parallel is merely a distant one as Surreal Perdition
is only reminiscent of the darkness and majesty which is found in this
first Bal-Saggoth release. In addition tho this they also begin to
Embody the experimentation of such bands as 'Satanic Art' era
Dodhiemsgard and early Arcturus. The band also manages this
breadth of change and experimentation excellently for a first release
without sounding awkward or cluttering their sound.
The guitar work on this album is extremely interesting and different,
creating technical, twisted melodies and moods. The keyboard is
grandiose and used to virtual perfection. The screeching vocals are
brilliant when varied though at times are overdone and call for more of
this interesting variation which includes chanting, some great effects
and deathy growls. Overall the latter half of the CD is the best with
tracks 6 onwards rating as highly enchanting and alluring highlights.
No matter how many times I listen to this CD it still draws me into its
wonderful intricacies and moods. It is outstanding for a first release,
though there is room for the band to refine their sound and I'm sure
that in the future Surreal Perdition will be releasing some brilliant
music. This album does not allow me to be passive and as the title
suggests is like some kind of dream with all the surreality of a dream-
state, from the realms of nightmares to the bizarre and serene, Surreal
Perdition Creates as enticing musical journey. I highly recommend this
release!
