Alkonost, a band that comes from Russia playing Pagan Metal. The reality is that the band is much more interesting than that, and this is rather obvious from the first couple of minutes. Mixing brutal male with operatic female vocals is the first intriguing thing that one might notice. This mixture works well throughout the whole album, and fits perfectly with the atmosphere of the music. The band sings in Russian and English, another thing that gives a rather unique taste to the listener, and adds points to the whole result.
From the Album On The Wings of a Call - Einheit Produktionen now available through NHR Distribution
An ambitious, yet tightly executed, death metal debut that trades in crushing riffs, funereal effects, and even the odd Shakespeare quote. Bandcamp New & Notable Jan 25, 2023