"There is nothing like a little folk metal to transport you out of the lowest point of the winter doldrums. Without a doubt, if there is one word that could be used to describe Taiwanese folk metal band Crescent Lament, it would be transportive. Combining traditional East Asian folk melodies with soaring vocal performances worthy of Nightwish, thunderous guitar chords that crack the sky, and mountain shaking beats that could leave even the mighty Manowar looking for a fresh pair of leather trousers, Cresent Lament’s prowess is as intimidating as it is beautiful." - excerpt from my write up of Crescent Lament's
噤夢 Land of Lost Voices over on New Noise. You can read the whole thing at the links below:
