Dark, oppressive, instrumental post rock mixed with prog, psych, & doom...that's what you get on the latest release from Ninth Moon Black, titled Chronophage. Long songs meander and drone with slow, ponderous rhythms, doomy riffs, textured, often times lilting guitar melodies, and booming bass. If your tastes include bands like Neurosis, ISIS, and Pelican, Chronophage is certainly going to be right up your alley, as Ninth Moon Black have really conjured up a dark, twisted listening experience here that creates some serious tension and drama. The playing is pretty tight overall, but there are moments of loose experimenting as well as chilling atmosphere. As the band states, "our music won't be for everyone", and that's a pretty true statement, as those who fancy vocals and memorable melodies might grow bored quickly at these ominous, oten times meandering pieces. However, you have to give Ninth Moon Black credit for creating songs that deliver a real feeling of drama and menace, as it's not often that instrumental bands create moods as unsettling as what is on display here.
Heavy, dark, experimental, ominous, and adventurous, Chronophage is all these and more. Give it a try if you dare.
Track Listing
1. Renascentia (6:28)
2. Via Dolorosa (6:03)
3. Bestia Devorat Tempus (4:57)
4. Mors Carnis (6:03)
5. Animus Lumino (13:53)
6. Numeratio (7:35)
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