Review: Orcustus – Orcustus [2009]

An authentic blast of malefic black metal arrives from the depths of depravity courtesy of Norwegian troupe Orcustus, whose eponymous full-length debut comes some seven years after this troupe’s initial introduction. Serving a barrage of vintage buzzsaw riffs (“Jesus Christ Patricide”) and hellacious vocal rasps that wouldn’t sound out of place from lauded black metal affairs of yesteryear (“Of Sophistry, Obsession, and Paranoia”), this unit (who can’t seem to keep a lineup intact) project grim ideals direct from the bowels of the abyss. Featuring ex-members of groundbreaking outfits Gorgoroth and Enslaved, this squad’s display of volatility and viciousness renders a bleak and raw old school assault (“Conversion”), conjuring an ominous sense of hatred and dread with every drum blast and bombastic bass reverberation (“Death and Dissolution”). Perfect for those who flock to the darkness, Orcustus has made a simple yet effective album cloaked in chaos and evil to the bone. www.southernlord.com -Mike SOS

Orcustus is Taipan (Vocals/Guitars), Tormentor (Guitars), Infernus (Bass), & Dirge Rep (Drums).

Track Listing:

1. “Coil”
2. “Of Sophistry, Obsession and Paranoia”
3. “Conversion”
4. “Jesus Christ Patricide”
5. “Death and Dissolution”
6. “Ego Sum Chaos”
7. “Asphyxiokenisis”

GOR Recommendation: Wolves In The Throne Room – Black Cascade

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