Description

Black vinyl with insert

This is the third album release by Quebec-based Acedia in their eleven years of existence. The fact that they produce black metal is no surprise, given the pedigree of the region in this genre, but Acedia are known for the experimental and progressive edge to their music. Across the 40 minutes of Fracture the band deliver an enjoyable journey into contemporary blackened waters. The musicians in the band are talented and their music reflects this clearly. There are a lot of complicated and individual working parts on Fracture, kept well-oiled and working correctly by the skill of the band. The songs offer an intriguing mix of melodic immersion, dark density, and chaotic violence. There is a complexity here that allows for intricate expressions of emotion, while also showing a savagery born from black metal’s more feral leanings. Acedia are treading dark paths of catharsis and emotional articulation, and if they invite you to walk with them, it’s best to go willingly. A recommended record for explorers of atypical blackened experiences.

Track list:
1. La Fosse
2. Mont Obscur
3. Fracture
4. L Art De Pourrir
5. L Inconnu
6. Brulure Du Temps