True Black Dawn
Of Thick Circling Shadows
W.T.C.Productions
2024
True Black Dawn, known for referring to themselves as The Grand Guignol of Aural Horror, is back with their latest offering, “Of Thick Circling Shadows”. This Finnish black metal powerhouse has always been on the radar for their fierce and unrelenting style, and while their previous albums delivered raw, savage intensity, this new release offers something deeper.
While Of Thick Circling Shadows retains the brutal essence of True Black Dawn’s earlier work, there’s a noticeable shift toward more melodic elements. The band hasn’t softened, but they’ve evolved, blending traditional black metal fury with an impressive sense of melody. The songwriting has grown, adding layers and depth that make each track stand out without losing the aggressive edge fans have come to expect.
In many ways, this album feels like the perfect mesh of black metal’s violent roots with the haunting melodies reminiscent of bands like Necrophobic and Dissection. It’s that balance—raw power and intricate melody—that makes Of Thick Circling Shadows such a worthy listen.
If you’re a fan of True Black Dawn’s earlier material or black metal in general, this album offers an engaging mix of familiar savagery with a newfound sophistication.
Released on July 30th, 2024
Morbid Mario
Morbid Mario’s metal journey began at age 12 in 1982 with AC/DC as his gateway band. He quickly graduated to heavier acts like Ozzy, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Motörhead, and Saxon. Soon, he was a metal tyrant, buying albums based solely on their cover art and diving into bands like Metallica, Slayer, and Dark Angel. Now, with over 40 years of metal under his belt, Morbid Mario continues to attend shows, travel to festivals, and support bands that meet his uncompromising, elitist standards.
