Description

2021 press on black vinyl with gatefold cover

The Eyes Of The Beast is the fourth album from this Ukrainian pagan black metal band, established in 1996 in Kharkiv. Astrofaes is a band which actually features a member of Drudkh, which you should already know is one of the best black metal bands out there today. Knowing this information should already tell you that Astrofaes is something that is top quality and abundant with nature-inspired atmosphere. Similar to their fellow Ukranians, Nokturnal Mortum, the band plays a thrashier blend of raw black metal that maintains a rich mood throughout every song. The Eyes Of the Beast grips you from beginning to end with enough intensity and atmosphere to keep focus on. There isn’t a boring moment during the album’s entire duration. Astrofaes not only set a powerful tone on this album but they also display some stunning musicianship to accompany it. There are some incredible riffs to be found here along with terrific melodies. Also the drumming is very interesting, especially in the first song, combining normal blast beats with some strange drum patterns. The vocals are amazing as well. They remind me a little bit of Raven from 1349, except more clear. Overall, if you are a fan of Hate Forest, Drudkh, Burzum, Nokturnal Mortum, Empyrium, and the rest of the nature-inspired black metal bands, Astrofaes is definately for you. The Eyes Of The Beast is amazing to listen to alone late at night while the sun begins to rise. It’ll really put you in an undescribable mood. You must pick this release up if you’re looking for some catchy and atmospheric raw black metal. It’s a magnificent experience.

Track list:
1. The Eyes Of The Beast
2. And Winter Will Rise
3. Secret Of Eternal Forests
4. The Solstice
5. The Light Of Blood And Pain
6. Days Of Darkness
7. Damnation Of Silence