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Parkour
Venerdì 3 aprile, dalle 15:00 alle 18:00, presso Socs26, Via Celoria 22
Impariamo cadute dall'alto per non farsi male, rollare, salti in lungo, arrampicarsi sui muri e movimenti basici x scappare dalla pula. Ci troviamo in SOCS alle 15:00. Venerdì 3 Aprile
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Circostanze
ExCentrale, sabato 2 maggio alle ore 12:00 CEST
🎪Due giorni di spettacoli, laboratori, musica e buon cibo! Creiamo le circo-stanze per stare insieme e dove poter condividere saperi, tempo, arti e desideri. Costruiamo circo-stanze per poterci arrampicare un po’ più in alto dove l’aria profuma di possibilità e dove c’è spazio per aprire le ali! Ci vediamo il 2 e il 3 maggio 2026 a ExCentrale con circobottoni e tant3 altr3!
🔊Attenzione! Attenzione! Eccoci finalmente col programma completo di CrcoStanze! Due giorni per stare insieme e condividere tempo, arti e saperi in compagnia di tant3 artist3 divers3 e del magnifico circo bottoni!
🟧Sabato 2 maggio
Apertura: 17:00
Sottoscrizione: 5 euro
Chiusura: 3:00
🟧Domenica 3 maggio
Apertura: 16:00
Sottoscrizione: 3 euro dalle 18:00. Per i workshop è gradita la prenotazione scrivendo in dm alla pagina di Ex Centrale ed esprimendo quale workshop si desidera seguire, verrà chiesta una piccola quota partecipativa.
Chiusura: 23:00
🏭I ricavati andranno a sostegno dei progetti dell3 artist3 di Ex Centrale.
🎪Evviva evviva CircoStanze! -
Lokomotiv Fest 2026
CSOA Ex-Snia, domenica 29 marzo alle ore 10:00 CEST
LOKOMOTIV FEST 2026
Domenica 29/03/26 - CSOA EX SNIA
Verso il 25 Aprile
Torna la festa dello sport popolare del tuo quartiere!
Sport per tutti i gusti, solidarietà, autogestione, antagonismo, antifascismo e solidarietà internazionalista, questo è ciò che significa sport popolare!
Partecipa alla festa e scopri tutte le discipline e i corsi della Lokomotiv Prenestino, la nostra polisportiva!
PROGRAMMA DELLE DISCIPLINE
Palestra Popolare Dario Simonetti:
11-13 - Muay Thai
11-13 - Boxe
17-21 - Arrampicata
Quadrato:
11-17 - Minivolley
11-13 - Futsal
13-22 - Torneo Basket 3x3
Casa del Parco:
15-17 - Ping Pong
15-17 - Teqball
17-20 - Scacchi
PROGRAMMA DELLA GIORNATA:
tutta la giornata - RACCOLTA FARMACI PER CUBA per costruire un ponte solidale contro il blocco imperialista U.S.A
ore 12 - PRESENTAZIONE DEL LIBRO "Il cerchio e la saetta. Storie dai centri sociali di Roma", con l'autore Fabrizio C., Bruno Bonomo e militanti degli spazi di ieri e oggi
ore 13 - PRANZO SOCIALE benefit campagna "Free All Antifas" con cibo vegano e non
ore 15 - CONCERTO di Errico Canta Male
ore 17 - CONFERENZA PUBBLICA "Made in Italy per l'industria del genocidio", il genocidio in Palestina continua e l'Italia continua ad essere complice. Blocchiamo l'industria del genocidio! Embargo al sionismo!
tutta la giornata - DJ SET e MUSICA
Domenica 29 Marzo
dalle 10:00 alle 22:00
Quadrato, Parco delle Energie (Via Prenestina 175) -
Lokomotiv Fest 2026
CSOA Ex-Snia, domenica 29 marzo alle ore 10:00 CEST
LOKOMOTIV FEST 2026
Domenica 29/03/26 - CSOA EX SNIA
Verso il 25 Aprile
Torna la festa dello sport popolare del tuo quartiere!
Sport per tutti i gusti, solidarietà, autogestione, antagonismo, antifascismo e solidarietà internazionalista, questo è ciò che significa sport popolare!
Partecipa alla festa e scopri tutte le discipline e i corsi della Lokomotiv Prenestino, la nostra polisportiva!
PROGRAMMA DELLE DISCIPLINE
Palestra Popolare Dario Simonetti:
11-13 - Muay Thai
11-13 - Boxe
17-21 - Arrampicata
Quadrato:
11-17 - Minivolley
11-13 - Futsal
13-22 - Torneo Basket 3x3
Casa del Parco:
15-17 - Ping Pong
15-17 - Teqball
17-20 - Scacchi
PROGRAMMA DELLA GIORNATA:
tutta la giornata - RACCOLTA FARMACI PER CUBA per costruire un ponte solidale contro il blocco imperialista U.S.A
ore 12 - PRESENTAZIONE DEL LIBRO "Il cerchio e la saetta. Storie dai centri sociali di Roma", con l'autore Fabrizio C., Bruno Bonomo e militanti degli spazi di ieri e oggi
ore 13 - PRANZO SOCIALE benefit campagna "Free All Antifas" con cibo vegano e non
ore 15 - CONCERTO di Errico Canta Male
ore 17 - CONFERENZA PUBBLICA "Made in Italy per l'industria del genocidio", il genocidio in Palestina continua e l'Italia continua ad essere complice. Blocchiamo l'industria del genocidio! Embargo al sionismo!
tutta la giornata - DJ SET e MUSICA
Domenica 29 Marzo
dalle 10:00 alle 22:00
Quadrato, Parco delle Energie (Via Prenestina 175) -
Lokomotiv Fest 2026
CSOA Ex-Snia, domenica 29 marzo alle ore 10:00 CEST
LOKOMOTIV FEST 2026
Domenica 29/03/26 - CSOA EX SNIA
Verso il 25 Aprile
Torna la festa dello sport popolare del tuo quartiere!
Sport per tutti i gusti, solidarietà, autogestione, antagonismo, antifascismo e solidarietà internazionalista, questo è ciò che significa sport popolare!
Partecipa alla festa e scopri tutte le discipline e i corsi della Lokomotiv Prenestino, la nostra polisportiva!
PROGRAMMA DELLE DISCIPLINE
Palestra Popolare Dario Simonetti:
11-13 - Muay Thai
11-13 - Boxe
17-21 - Arrampicata
Quadrato:
11-17 - Minivolley
11-13 - Futsal
13-22 - Torneo Basket 3x3
Casa del Parco:
15-17 - Ping Pong
15-17 - Teqball
17-20 - Scacchi
PROGRAMMA DELLA GIORNATA:
tutta la giornata - RACCOLTA FARMACI PER CUBA per costruire un ponte solidale contro il blocco imperialista U.S.A
ore 12 - PRESENTAZIONE DEL LIBRO "Il cerchio e la saetta. Storie dai centri sociali di Roma", con l'autore Fabrizio C., Bruno Bonomo e militanti degli spazi di ieri e oggi
ore 13 - PRANZO SOCIALE benefit campagna "Free All Antifas" con cibo vegano e non
ore 15 - CONCERTO di Errico Canta Male
ore 17 - CONFERENZA PUBBLICA "Made in Italy per l'industria del genocidio", il genocidio in Palestina continua e l'Italia continua ad essere complice. Blocchiamo l'industria del genocidio! Embargo al sionismo!
tutta la giornata - DJ SET e MUSICA
Domenica 29 Marzo
dalle 10:00 alle 22:00
Quadrato, Parco delle Energie (Via Prenestina 175) -
#WMPG honors #BlackHistoryMonth
"WMPG recognizes Black History Month with special programming throughout the month of February, highlighting the voices, music, history, and lived experiences of Black artists, activists, and storytellers.
Tune in to hear programs that celebrate Black creativity and resilience across genres and generations, from music that shaped movements to conversations that deepen our understanding of the past and present."
Segments include:
#MarshaPJohnson, #RobertLewis, #EarthaKitt, #MalcomX, #AlvinAiley, #BobGreen, #ChadwickBoseman, #DukeEllington, #LewisLatimer, #AudreLord, #ATribeCalledQuest, #OtisRedding, #NelsonMandela, #GarzaCullorsTometi, #LeslieOdomJr, #NinaSimone, #AudraMcDonald #BelHooks, #Beyonce, #FlorencePrice, #JamesBaldwin, #MuhammadAli, #ScottJoplin, #GraceVenuzaRogers, #BobTheDragQueen, #GordonParks, #KobeBryant, #WEBDubois, #BarackObama, #AudreLorde, #Lizzo, #KatherineJohnson, #ClaudetteColvin, #RhiannonGiddens, #TaranaBurke, #TeresaKachindamoto, #ShirleyChisholm, #ThurgoodMarshall, #HarrietTubman, #JohnBrownRusswurm, #StevieWonder, #LeadBelly, #MaryMcleodBethune, #ShirleyChisolm, #LeonardCummings, #MaeJemison, #BadBrains, #CornelWest, #MaconBollingAllen, #SpikeLee, #BeverlyGlennCopeland, #AngelaDavis, #SojournerTruth, #HankAaron, #BillieHoliday, #GeraldTalbot, #TrevorNoah, #JosephineBaker, #JackieRobinson, #ArethaFranklin, #ToniMorrison, #RobertLewis, #IndigoArtsListen:
https://www.wmpg.org/wmpg-honors-black-history-month/#BlackHistory #BlackArtists #BlackMusicians #BlackActivists #CommunityRadio #CollegeRadio
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#WMPG honors #BlackHistoryMonth
"WMPG recognizes Black History Month with special programming throughout the month of February, highlighting the voices, music, history, and lived experiences of Black artists, activists, and storytellers.
Tune in to hear programs that celebrate Black creativity and resilience across genres and generations, from music that shaped movements to conversations that deepen our understanding of the past and present."
Segments include:
#MarshaPJohnson, #RobertLewis, #EarthaKitt, #MalcomX, #AlvinAiley, #BobGreen, #ChadwickBoseman, #DukeEllington, #LewisLatimer, #AudreLord, #ATribeCalledQuest, #OtisRedding, #NelsonMandela, #GarzaCullorsTometi, #LeslieOdomJr, #NinaSimone, #AudraMcDonald #BelHooks, #Beyonce, #FlorencePrice, #JamesBaldwin, #MuhammadAli, #ScottJoplin, #GraceVenuzaRogers, #BobTheDragQueen, #GordonParks, #KobeBryant, #WEBDubois, #BarackObama, #AudreLorde, #Lizzo, #KatherineJohnson, #ClaudetteColvin, #RhiannonGiddens, #TaranaBurke, #TeresaKachindamoto, #ShirleyChisholm, #ThurgoodMarshall, #HarrietTubman, #JohnBrownRusswurm, #StevieWonder, #LeadBelly, #MaryMcleodBethune, #ShirleyChisolm, #LeonardCummings, #MaeJemison, #BadBrains, #CornelWest, #MaconBollingAllen, #SpikeLee, #BeverlyGlennCopeland, #AngelaDavis, #SojournerTruth, #HankAaron, #BillieHoliday, #GeraldTalbot, #TrevorNoah, #JosephineBaker, #JackieRobinson, #ArethaFranklin, #ToniMorrison, #RobertLewis, #IndigoArtsListen:
https://www.wmpg.org/wmpg-honors-black-history-month/#BlackHistory #BlackArtists #BlackMusicians #BlackActivists #CommunityRadio #CollegeRadio
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#WMPG honors #BlackHistoryMonth
"WMPG recognizes Black History Month with special programming throughout the month of February, highlighting the voices, music, history, and lived experiences of Black artists, activists, and storytellers.
Tune in to hear programs that celebrate Black creativity and resilience across genres and generations, from music that shaped movements to conversations that deepen our understanding of the past and present."
Segments include:
#MarshaPJohnson, #RobertLewis, #EarthaKitt, #MalcomX, #AlvinAiley, #BobGreen, #ChadwickBoseman, #DukeEllington, #LewisLatimer, #AudreLord, #ATribeCalledQuest, #OtisRedding, #NelsonMandela, #GarzaCullorsTometi, #LeslieOdomJr, #NinaSimone, #AudraMcDonald #BelHooks, #Beyonce, #FlorencePrice, #JamesBaldwin, #MuhammadAli, #ScottJoplin, #GraceVenuzaRogers, #BobTheDragQueen, #GordonParks, #KobeBryant, #WEBDubois, #BarackObama, #AudreLorde, #Lizzo, #KatherineJohnson, #ClaudetteColvin, #RhiannonGiddens, #TaranaBurke, #TeresaKachindamoto, #ShirleyChisholm, #ThurgoodMarshall, #HarrietTubman, #JohnBrownRusswurm, #StevieWonder, #LeadBelly, #MaryMcleodBethune, #ShirleyChisolm, #LeonardCummings, #MaeJemison, #BadBrains, #CornelWest, #MaconBollingAllen, #SpikeLee, #BeverlyGlennCopeland, #AngelaDavis, #SojournerTruth, #HankAaron, #BillieHoliday, #GeraldTalbot, #TrevorNoah, #JosephineBaker, #JackieRobinson, #ArethaFranklin, #ToniMorrison, #RobertLewis, #IndigoArtsListen:
https://www.wmpg.org/wmpg-honors-black-history-month/#BlackHistory #BlackArtists #BlackMusicians #BlackActivists #CommunityRadio #CollegeRadio
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#WMPG honors #BlackHistoryMonth
"WMPG recognizes Black History Month with special programming throughout the month of February, highlighting the voices, music, history, and lived experiences of Black artists, activists, and storytellers.
Tune in to hear programs that celebrate Black creativity and resilience across genres and generations, from music that shaped movements to conversations that deepen our understanding of the past and present."
Segments include:
#MarshaPJohnson, #RobertLewis, #EarthaKitt, #MalcomX, #AlvinAiley, #BobGreen, #ChadwickBoseman, #DukeEllington, #LewisLatimer, #AudreLord, #ATribeCalledQuest, #OtisRedding, #NelsonMandela, #GarzaCullorsTometi, #LeslieOdomJr, #NinaSimone, #AudraMcDonald #BelHooks, #Beyonce, #FlorencePrice, #JamesBaldwin, #MuhammadAli, #ScottJoplin, #GraceVenuzaRogers, #BobTheDragQueen, #GordonParks, #KobeBryant, #WEBDubois, #BarackObama, #AudreLorde, #Lizzo, #KatherineJohnson, #ClaudetteColvin, #RhiannonGiddens, #TaranaBurke, #TeresaKachindamoto, #ShirleyChisholm, #ThurgoodMarshall, #HarrietTubman, #JohnBrownRusswurm, #StevieWonder, #LeadBelly, #MaryMcleodBethune, #ShirleyChisolm, #LeonardCummings, #MaeJemison, #BadBrains, #CornelWest, #MaconBollingAllen, #SpikeLee, #BeverlyGlennCopeland, #AngelaDavis, #SojournerTruth, #HankAaron, #BillieHoliday, #GeraldTalbot, #TrevorNoah, #JosephineBaker, #JackieRobinson, #ArethaFranklin, #ToniMorrison, #RobertLewis, #IndigoArtsListen:
https://www.wmpg.org/wmpg-honors-black-history-month/#BlackHistory #BlackArtists #BlackMusicians #BlackActivists #CommunityRadio #CollegeRadio
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#WMPG honors #BlackHistoryMonth
"WMPG recognizes Black History Month with special programming throughout the month of February, highlighting the voices, music, history, and lived experiences of Black artists, activists, and storytellers.
Tune in to hear programs that celebrate Black creativity and resilience across genres and generations, from music that shaped movements to conversations that deepen our understanding of the past and present."
Segments include:
#MarshaPJohnson, #RobertLewis, #EarthaKitt, #MalcomX, #AlvinAiley, #BobGreen, #ChadwickBoseman, #DukeEllington, #LewisLatimer, #AudreLord, #ATribeCalledQuest, #OtisRedding, #NelsonMandela, #GarzaCullorsTometi, #LeslieOdomJr, #NinaSimone, #AudraMcDonald #BelHooks, #Beyonce, #FlorencePrice, #JamesBaldwin, #MuhammadAli, #ScottJoplin, #GraceVenuzaRogers, #BobTheDragQueen, #GordonParks, #KobeBryant, #WEBDubois, #BarackObama, #AudreLorde, #Lizzo, #KatherineJohnson, #ClaudetteColvin, #RhiannonGiddens, #TaranaBurke, #TeresaKachindamoto, #ShirleyChisholm, #ThurgoodMarshall, #HarrietTubman, #JohnBrownRusswurm, #StevieWonder, #LeadBelly, #MaryMcleodBethune, #ShirleyChisolm, #LeonardCummings, #MaeJemison, #BadBrains, #CornelWest, #MaconBollingAllen, #SpikeLee, #BeverlyGlennCopeland, #AngelaDavis, #SojournerTruth, #HankAaron, #BillieHoliday, #GeraldTalbot, #TrevorNoah, #JosephineBaker, #JackieRobinson, #ArethaFranklin, #ToniMorrison, #RobertLewis, #IndigoArtsListen:
https://www.wmpg.org/wmpg-honors-black-history-month/#BlackHistory #BlackArtists #BlackMusicians #BlackActivists #CommunityRadio #CollegeRadio
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Oggi in #Mio apprezzato il sistema di controllo all'altezza di un titolo del genere.
Disprezzata e sempre più irritante la distanza tra checkpoint nel caso di boss e passaggi platform da riprovare.
Il mondo da esplorare è buono nel design dei singoli passaggi, ma nel complesso sembra "tutto uguale", come fosse un unico livello.
Ho trovato alcuni passaggi ostici con arrampicata stile silksong. In un caso con fontana di energia nei pressi che incoraggiava a sperimentare.
#videogiochi #videogames -
Oggi in #Mio apprezzato il sistema di controllo all'altezza di un titolo del genere.
Disprezzata e sempre più irritante la distanza tra checkpoint nel caso di boss e passaggi platform da riprovare.
Il mondo da esplorare è buono nel design dei singoli passaggi, ma nel complesso sembra "tutto uguale", come fosse un unico livello.
Ho trovato alcuni passaggi ostici con arrampicata stile silksong. In un caso con fontana di energia nei pressi che incoraggiava a sperimentare.
#videogiochi #videogames -
إنجي كيوان تتصدر المشهدdramى في رمضان من خلال مسلسل “وننسي اللي كان”: تخوض فنانة شابة تحديًا تمثيليًا جديدًا في موسم دراما رمضان القادم، حيث تشارك في بطولة مسلسل يحمل عنوان “وننسى اللي كان”. الدور الجديد يمثل نقلة مميزة في مسيرتها الفنية، ويظهر جانبًا من موهبتها التمثيلية لم تُبرز به من قبل.
تراهن هذه الفنانة على دورها في المسلسل، مؤكدةً أنه يعد من المفاجآت المرتقبة في العمل، حيث تقدم شخصية مختلفة كليًا… https://midad.news/%d8%a5%d9%86%d8%ac%d9%8a-%d9%83%d9%8a%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%aa%d8%aa%d8%b5%d8%af%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b4%d9%87%d8%afdram%d9%89-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%b1%d9%85%d8%b6%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%ae/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #إنجي_كيوان #دراما_رمضان #مسلسل_وننسي_اللي_كان #تمثيل #فنانة_شابة
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Review: Tabernacle “The Iron Tabernacle”
Release date: Out Now
Label: Stormspell Records
6 minutesThe Nwothm
Epic power doom with mystical progressive vibes. Formed in 2019, Tabernacle channels the spirit of Manilla Road, Omen, and Viking era Bathory into a sound that is hauntingly melodic and crushingly epic. Emerging from early Judas Priest–inspired roots, the trio of Rayner (guitars and vocals), Jasper (bass), and Shawn (drums) forged a darker path with their 2021 demo Terror in Thrace. Their debut full-length, The Iron Tabernacle, expands that vision with progressive flourishes reminiscent of Fates Warning (The Spectre Within) and Adramelch (Irae Melanox), weaving tales of ancient bloodshed, fallen empires, and spectral tragedy. For fans of Scald, Vendel, and the arcane edge of epic metal.
Release features:
- Jewel Case release with multi-page booklet featuring info, credits, lyrics, band photos
- Debut album by the Middle Eastern epic power doom combo with historical themes and progressive influences
- CD pressing limited to 300 copies worldwide
Review
Treasure Voyages is the intro song on the album and straight away there is an instance of calm. Acoustic guitars come in playing gentle, soft melodies against an airy backdrop and toms and eventually a weird synth which felt a bit out of place. But I love how easy going this intro feels. It almost feels emotions in passing. Great little start
Hannibal’s Crossing comes in like a neanderthal or troll with a club hunting down an enemy. The guitar tones are gritty and the whole low tone of the music gives it this edge, this sinister feel. Imagine riffs that feel meaty, something that you can really sink your teeth into and chew on. This style of heavy metal feels like a reflection of a cave dweller, or something dark that you would not want to cross paths with. In terms of pace the song remains steady throughout keeping everything tight and locked in. It is when the solo hits that the pace drops down to slow swagger helping listeners really get into the riffs. There is am interesting part of the song where the riffs start to break up and bits begin to dissolve where we the bass comes through.
On the Bloodied Fields of Westphalia opens with a flash of drums before dragging us into the riffs. Just like Hannibal’s Crossing everything feels very organic and at the same time slightly eerie. There was a moment where some of the riffs reminded of megadeth’s Five Magics but more earthy which was pretty cool. One vibe I do get from the music is that it feels very casual, a looseness to things and I am not sure if that is a good or bad thing. Almost if you have woken up from sleepless night. The music so far leans into epic/heavy-doom territories giving the music some weight, which to be honest suits the vocal style. Either way the song remains in that mid tempo kind of spot with raw riffs and an authentic feel.
The Curse of Akkad comes in with gliding strings before the rhythms and bass drop in. The music has this hopping feel in terms of the riff delivery adding some character to the music. Sometimes I do get this feeling that things are being pushed or trying to be held together, just down to how loose and relaxed the music is played. I am not sure if that is down to musicianship or the attitude of the members but It feels odd and a bit strange.There just feels like there is a lack of punch and I got this feeling in the last two tracks. The one thing that this song does deliver on is the chorus. The layered vocals and the vocal melody itself sounds very exotic like it is from distant sands. This shows when the creativity spark ignites and shows off what can be achieved.
The Legacy of Malik Ambar starts of with guitar effects before transitioning into the main body of the song. The music itself at times just feels sleepy and mellow in ways yet the rhythms jolt emphasising drum hits. All of this is going on while the bass wonders along in thought projecting its mind out loud. There are some interesting riffs going on but I am waiting for something to jump out and excite me. Maybe I am bias as I am more into faster stuff but even the slow feel of things is not hitting very hard. This is a track of almost 9 minutes and when we approach the second half of the song it feels like it could have been a second song. There is slightly more play in the pacing but the length for me started to burn my interest admittedly. It did pick up towards the end which woke me up slightly but I wished that been more present in the song.
The Dawn Weeps makes me think of of some space bing talking with the subtle strings and organ esque gently playing in the background. The spoken passage definitely captures your attention and is a surprising change in the rhythm of the album. But I am curious how it fits into the whole narrative of the album.
These Crying Seas is the final track on the album and once again takes a mid tempo approach with cascading riffs and rumbling drum ideas. The verses step up with the vocals a little bit as they feel brighter and a bit more creative in direction. In general the music leans on more weighty hungry riffs to drive the song forward. The tempo does pick up and It is a refreshing change in an album which sits predominantly at mid tempo speeds. Either way the riffs still feel dark and creepy which has been the majority of the record. Another solid and straightforward song that takes the album out.
Conclusion
Taken as a whole, the album feels like a band still exploring and developing its sound. There are moments of atmosphere and flashes of creativity, particularly in the choruses and occasional shifts in pacing, but much of the record sits in a mid‑tempo zone that doesn’t always deliver the excitement or punch it seems to reach for. The looseness in performance adds a raw, organic quality, yet at times it drifts into casualness that undercuts the impact. What emerges is a body of work that shows promise and identity in formation, but also leaves the sense that the band’s most compelling statement is still ahead of them.
TheNwothm Score: 7/10
Links
Bandcamp: https://tabernacle-hm.bandcamp.com/album/terror-in-thrace
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tabernacle.metal/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabernaclemetal?utm_source=qr
Label: https://stormspell.bigcartel.com/product/tabernacle-the-iron-tabernacle-cd-preorder
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSKXgXvCp_M
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#doom #epicHeavyMetal #heavyDoom #HeavyMetal #NewAlbum #NWOTHM #Review #stormspellRecords #Tabernacle #TheIronTabernacle
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Review: Tabernacle “The Iron Tabernacle”
Release date: Out Now
Label: Stormspell Records
6 minutesThe Nwothm
Epic power doom with mystical progressive vibes. Formed in 2019, Tabernacle channels the spirit of Manilla Road, Omen, and Viking era Bathory into a sound that is hauntingly melodic and crushingly epic. Emerging from early Judas Priest–inspired roots, the trio of Rayner (guitars and vocals), Jasper (bass), and Shawn (drums) forged a darker path with their 2021 demo Terror in Thrace. Their debut full-length, The Iron Tabernacle, expands that vision with progressive flourishes reminiscent of Fates Warning (The Spectre Within) and Adramelch (Irae Melanox), weaving tales of ancient bloodshed, fallen empires, and spectral tragedy. For fans of Scald, Vendel, and the arcane edge of epic metal.
Release features:
- Jewel Case release with multi-page booklet featuring info, credits, lyrics, band photos
- Debut album by the Middle Eastern epic power doom combo with historical themes and progressive influences
- CD pressing limited to 300 copies worldwide
Review
Treasure Voyages is the intro song on the album and straight away there is an instance of calm. Acoustic guitars come in playing gentle, soft melodies against an airy backdrop and toms and eventually a weird synth which felt a bit out of place. But I love how easy going this intro feels. It almost feels emotions in passing. Great little start
Hannibal’s Crossing comes in like a neanderthal or troll with a club hunting down an enemy. The guitar tones are gritty and the whole low tone of the music gives it this edge, this sinister feel. Imagine riffs that feel meaty, something that you can really sink your teeth into and chew on. This style of heavy metal feels like a reflection of a cave dweller, or something dark that you would not want to cross paths with. In terms of pace the song remains steady throughout keeping everything tight and locked in. It is when the solo hits that the pace drops down to slow swagger helping listeners really get into the riffs. There is am interesting part of the song where the riffs start to break up and bits begin to dissolve where we the bass comes through.
On the Bloodied Fields of Westphalia opens with a flash of drums before dragging us into the riffs. Just like Hannibal’s Crossing everything feels very organic and at the same time slightly eerie. There was a moment where some of the riffs reminded of megadeth’s Five Magics but more earthy which was pretty cool. One vibe I do get from the music is that it feels very casual, a looseness to things and I am not sure if that is a good or bad thing. Almost if you have woken up from sleepless night. The music so far leans into epic/heavy-doom territories giving the music some weight, which to be honest suits the vocal style. Either way the song remains in that mid tempo kind of spot with raw riffs and an authentic feel.
The Curse of Akkad comes in with gliding strings before the rhythms and bass drop in. The music has this hopping feel in terms of the riff delivery adding some character to the music. Sometimes I do get this feeling that things are being pushed or trying to be held together, just down to how loose and relaxed the music is played. I am not sure if that is down to musicianship or the attitude of the members but It feels odd and a bit strange.There just feels like there is a lack of punch and I got this feeling in the last two tracks. The one thing that this song does deliver on is the chorus. The layered vocals and the vocal melody itself sounds very exotic like it is from distant sands. This shows when the creativity spark ignites and shows off what can be achieved.
The Legacy of Malik Ambar starts of with guitar effects before transitioning into the main body of the song. The music itself at times just feels sleepy and mellow in ways yet the rhythms jolt emphasising drum hits. All of this is going on while the bass wonders along in thought projecting its mind out loud. There are some interesting riffs going on but I am waiting for something to jump out and excite me. Maybe I am bias as I am more into faster stuff but even the slow feel of things is not hitting very hard. This is a track of almost 9 minutes and when we approach the second half of the song it feels like it could have been a second song. There is slightly more play in the pacing but the length for me started to burn my interest admittedly. It did pick up towards the end which woke me up slightly but I wished that been more present in the song.
The Dawn Weeps makes me think of of some space bing talking with the subtle strings and organ esque gently playing in the background. The spoken passage definitely captures your attention and is a surprising change in the rhythm of the album. But I am curious how it fits into the whole narrative of the album.
These Crying Seas is the final track on the album and once again takes a mid tempo approach with cascading riffs and rumbling drum ideas. The verses step up with the vocals a little bit as they feel brighter and a bit more creative in direction. In general the music leans on more weighty hungry riffs to drive the song forward. The tempo does pick up and It is a refreshing change in an album which sits predominantly at mid tempo speeds. Either way the riffs still feel dark and creepy which has been the majority of the record. Another solid and straightforward song that takes the album out.
Conclusion
Taken as a whole, the album feels like a band still exploring and developing its sound. There are moments of atmosphere and flashes of creativity, particularly in the choruses and occasional shifts in pacing, but much of the record sits in a mid‑tempo zone that doesn’t always deliver the excitement or punch it seems to reach for. The looseness in performance adds a raw, organic quality, yet at times it drifts into casualness that undercuts the impact. What emerges is a body of work that shows promise and identity in formation, but also leaves the sense that the band’s most compelling statement is still ahead of them.
TheNwothm Score: 7/10
Links
Bandcamp: https://tabernacle-hm.bandcamp.com/album/terror-in-thrace
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tabernacle.metal/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabernaclemetal?utm_source=qr
Label: https://stormspell.bigcartel.com/product/tabernacle-the-iron-tabernacle-cd-preorder
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSKXgXvCp_M
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Review: Tabernacle “The Iron Tabernacle”
Release date: Out Now
Label: Stormspell Records
6 minutesThe Nwothm
Epic power doom with mystical progressive vibes. Formed in 2019, Tabernacle channels the spirit of Manilla Road, Omen, and Viking era Bathory into a sound that is hauntingly melodic and crushingly epic. Emerging from early Judas Priest–inspired roots, the trio of Rayner (guitars and vocals), Jasper (bass), and Shawn (drums) forged a darker path with their 2021 demo Terror in Thrace. Their debut full-length, The Iron Tabernacle, expands that vision with progressive flourishes reminiscent of Fates Warning (The Spectre Within) and Adramelch (Irae Melanox), weaving tales of ancient bloodshed, fallen empires, and spectral tragedy. For fans of Scald, Vendel, and the arcane edge of epic metal.
Release features:
- Jewel Case release with multi-page booklet featuring info, credits, lyrics, band photos
- Debut album by the Middle Eastern epic power doom combo with historical themes and progressive influences
- CD pressing limited to 300 copies worldwide
Review
Treasure Voyages is the intro song on the album and straight away there is an instance of calm. Acoustic guitars come in playing gentle, soft melodies against an airy backdrop and toms and eventually a weird synth which felt a bit out of place. But I love how easy going this intro feels. It almost feels emotions in passing. Great little start
Hannibal’s Crossing comes in like a neanderthal or troll with a club hunting down an enemy. The guitar tones are gritty and the whole low tone of the music gives it this edge, this sinister feel. Imagine riffs that feel meaty, something that you can really sink your teeth into and chew on. This style of heavy metal feels like a reflection of a cave dweller, or something dark that you would not want to cross paths with. In terms of pace the song remains steady throughout keeping everything tight and locked in. It is when the solo hits that the pace drops down to slow swagger helping listeners really get into the riffs. There is am interesting part of the song where the riffs start to break up and bits begin to dissolve where we the bass comes through.
On the Bloodied Fields of Westphalia opens with a flash of drums before dragging us into the riffs. Just like Hannibal’s Crossing everything feels very organic and at the same time slightly eerie. There was a moment where some of the riffs reminded of megadeth’s Five Magics but more earthy which was pretty cool. One vibe I do get from the music is that it feels very casual, a looseness to things and I am not sure if that is a good or bad thing. Almost if you have woken up from sleepless night. The music so far leans into epic/heavy-doom territories giving the music some weight, which to be honest suits the vocal style. Either way the song remains in that mid tempo kind of spot with raw riffs and an authentic feel.
The Curse of Akkad comes in with gliding strings before the rhythms and bass drop in. The music has this hopping feel in terms of the riff delivery adding some character to the music. Sometimes I do get this feeling that things are being pushed or trying to be held together, just down to how loose and relaxed the music is played. I am not sure if that is down to musicianship or the attitude of the members but It feels odd and a bit strange.There just feels like there is a lack of punch and I got this feeling in the last two tracks. The one thing that this song does deliver on is the chorus. The layered vocals and the vocal melody itself sounds very exotic like it is from distant sands. This shows when the creativity spark ignites and shows off what can be achieved.
The Legacy of Malik Ambar starts of with guitar effects before transitioning into the main body of the song. The music itself at times just feels sleepy and mellow in ways yet the rhythms jolt emphasising drum hits. All of this is going on while the bass wonders along in thought projecting its mind out loud. There are some interesting riffs going on but I am waiting for something to jump out and excite me. Maybe I am bias as I am more into faster stuff but even the slow feel of things is not hitting very hard. This is a track of almost 9 minutes and when we approach the second half of the song it feels like it could have been a second song. There is slightly more play in the pacing but the length for me started to burn my interest admittedly. It did pick up towards the end which woke me up slightly but I wished that been more present in the song.
The Dawn Weeps makes me think of of some space bing talking with the subtle strings and organ esque gently playing in the background. The spoken passage definitely captures your attention and is a surprising change in the rhythm of the album. But I am curious how it fits into the whole narrative of the album.
These Crying Seas is the final track on the album and once again takes a mid tempo approach with cascading riffs and rumbling drum ideas. The verses step up with the vocals a little bit as they feel brighter and a bit more creative in direction. In general the music leans on more weighty hungry riffs to drive the song forward. The tempo does pick up and It is a refreshing change in an album which sits predominantly at mid tempo speeds. Either way the riffs still feel dark and creepy which has been the majority of the record. Another solid and straightforward song that takes the album out.
Conclusion
Taken as a whole, the album feels like a band still exploring and developing its sound. There are moments of atmosphere and flashes of creativity, particularly in the choruses and occasional shifts in pacing, but much of the record sits in a mid‑tempo zone that doesn’t always deliver the excitement or punch it seems to reach for. The looseness in performance adds a raw, organic quality, yet at times it drifts into casualness that undercuts the impact. What emerges is a body of work that shows promise and identity in formation, but also leaves the sense that the band’s most compelling statement is still ahead of them.
TheNwothm Score: 7/10
Links
Bandcamp: https://tabernacle-hm.bandcamp.com/album/terror-in-thrace
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tabernacle.metal/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabernaclemetal?utm_source=qr
Label: https://stormspell.bigcartel.com/product/tabernacle-the-iron-tabernacle-cd-preorder
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSKXgXvCp_M
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Review: Tabernacle “The Iron Tabernacle”
Release date: Out Now
Label: Stormspell Records
6 minutesThe Nwothm
Epic power doom with mystical progressive vibes. Formed in 2019, Tabernacle channels the spirit of Manilla Road, Omen, and Viking era Bathory into a sound that is hauntingly melodic and crushingly epic. Emerging from early Judas Priest–inspired roots, the trio of Rayner (guitars and vocals), Jasper (bass), and Shawn (drums) forged a darker path with their 2021 demo Terror in Thrace. Their debut full-length, The Iron Tabernacle, expands that vision with progressive flourishes reminiscent of Fates Warning (The Spectre Within) and Adramelch (Irae Melanox), weaving tales of ancient bloodshed, fallen empires, and spectral tragedy. For fans of Scald, Vendel, and the arcane edge of epic metal.
Release features:
- Jewel Case release with multi-page booklet featuring info, credits, lyrics, band photos
- Debut album by the Middle Eastern epic power doom combo with historical themes and progressive influences
- CD pressing limited to 300 copies worldwide
Review
Treasure Voyages is the intro song on the album and straight away there is an instance of calm. Acoustic guitars come in playing gentle, soft melodies against an airy backdrop and toms and eventually a weird synth which felt a bit out of place. But I love how easy going this intro feels. It almost feels emotions in passing. Great little start
Hannibal’s Crossing comes in like a neanderthal or troll with a club hunting down an enemy. The guitar tones are gritty and the whole low tone of the music gives it this edge, this sinister feel. Imagine riffs that feel meaty, something that you can really sink your teeth into and chew on. This style of heavy metal feels like a reflection of a cave dweller, or something dark that you would not want to cross paths with. In terms of pace the song remains steady throughout keeping everything tight and locked in. It is when the solo hits that the pace drops down to slow swagger helping listeners really get into the riffs. There is am interesting part of the song where the riffs start to break up and bits begin to dissolve where we the bass comes through.
On the Bloodied Fields of Westphalia opens with a flash of drums before dragging us into the riffs. Just like Hannibal’s Crossing everything feels very organic and at the same time slightly eerie. There was a moment where some of the riffs reminded of megadeth’s Five Magics but more earthy which was pretty cool. One vibe I do get from the music is that it feels very casual, a looseness to things and I am not sure if that is a good or bad thing. Almost if you have woken up from sleepless night. The music so far leans into epic/heavy-doom territories giving the music some weight, which to be honest suits the vocal style. Either way the song remains in that mid tempo kind of spot with raw riffs and an authentic feel.
The Curse of Akkad comes in with gliding strings before the rhythms and bass drop in. The music has this hopping feel in terms of the riff delivery adding some character to the music. Sometimes I do get this feeling that things are being pushed or trying to be held together, just down to how loose and relaxed the music is played. I am not sure if that is down to musicianship or the attitude of the members but It feels odd and a bit strange.There just feels like there is a lack of punch and I got this feeling in the last two tracks. The one thing that this song does deliver on is the chorus. The layered vocals and the vocal melody itself sounds very exotic like it is from distant sands. This shows when the creativity spark ignites and shows off what can be achieved.
The Legacy of Malik Ambar starts of with guitar effects before transitioning into the main body of the song. The music itself at times just feels sleepy and mellow in ways yet the rhythms jolt emphasising drum hits. All of this is going on while the bass wonders along in thought projecting its mind out loud. There are some interesting riffs going on but I am waiting for something to jump out and excite me. Maybe I am bias as I am more into faster stuff but even the slow feel of things is not hitting very hard. This is a track of almost 9 minutes and when we approach the second half of the song it feels like it could have been a second song. There is slightly more play in the pacing but the length for me started to burn my interest admittedly. It did pick up towards the end which woke me up slightly but I wished that been more present in the song.
The Dawn Weeps makes me think of of some space bing talking with the subtle strings and organ esque gently playing in the background. The spoken passage definitely captures your attention and is a surprising change in the rhythm of the album. But I am curious how it fits into the whole narrative of the album.
These Crying Seas is the final track on the album and once again takes a mid tempo approach with cascading riffs and rumbling drum ideas. The verses step up with the vocals a little bit as they feel brighter and a bit more creative in direction. In general the music leans on more weighty hungry riffs to drive the song forward. The tempo does pick up and It is a refreshing change in an album which sits predominantly at mid tempo speeds. Either way the riffs still feel dark and creepy which has been the majority of the record. Another solid and straightforward song that takes the album out.
Conclusion
Taken as a whole, the album feels like a band still exploring and developing its sound. There are moments of atmosphere and flashes of creativity, particularly in the choruses and occasional shifts in pacing, but much of the record sits in a mid‑tempo zone that doesn’t always deliver the excitement or punch it seems to reach for. The looseness in performance adds a raw, organic quality, yet at times it drifts into casualness that undercuts the impact. What emerges is a body of work that shows promise and identity in formation, but also leaves the sense that the band’s most compelling statement is still ahead of them.
TheNwothm Score: 7/10
Links
Bandcamp: https://tabernacle-hm.bandcamp.com/album/terror-in-thrace
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tabernacle.metal/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabernaclemetal?utm_source=qr
Label: https://stormspell.bigcartel.com/product/tabernacle-the-iron-tabernacle-cd-preorder
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSKXgXvCp_M
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Review: Tabernacle “The Iron Tabernacle”
Release date: Out Now
Label: Stormspell Records
6 minutesThe Nwothm
Epic power doom with mystical progressive vibes. Formed in 2019, Tabernacle channels the spirit of Manilla Road, Omen, and Viking era Bathory into a sound that is hauntingly melodic and crushingly epic. Emerging from early Judas Priest–inspired roots, the trio of Rayner (guitars and vocals), Jasper (bass), and Shawn (drums) forged a darker path with their 2021 demo Terror in Thrace. Their debut full-length, The Iron Tabernacle, expands that vision with progressive flourishes reminiscent of Fates Warning (The Spectre Within) and Adramelch (Irae Melanox), weaving tales of ancient bloodshed, fallen empires, and spectral tragedy. For fans of Scald, Vendel, and the arcane edge of epic metal.
Release features:
- Jewel Case release with multi-page booklet featuring info, credits, lyrics, band photos
- Debut album by the Middle Eastern epic power doom combo with historical themes and progressive influences
- CD pressing limited to 300 copies worldwide
Review
Treasure Voyages is the intro song on the album and straight away there is an instance of calm. Acoustic guitars come in playing gentle, soft melodies against an airy backdrop and toms and eventually a weird synth which felt a bit out of place. But I love how easy going this intro feels. It almost feels emotions in passing. Great little start
Hannibal’s Crossing comes in like a neanderthal or troll with a club hunting down an enemy. The guitar tones are gritty and the whole low tone of the music gives it this edge, this sinister feel. Imagine riffs that feel meaty, something that you can really sink your teeth into and chew on. This style of heavy metal feels like a reflection of a cave dweller, or something dark that you would not want to cross paths with. In terms of pace the song remains steady throughout keeping everything tight and locked in. It is when the solo hits that the pace drops down to slow swagger helping listeners really get into the riffs. There is am interesting part of the song where the riffs start to break up and bits begin to dissolve where we the bass comes through.
On the Bloodied Fields of Westphalia opens with a flash of drums before dragging us into the riffs. Just like Hannibal’s Crossing everything feels very organic and at the same time slightly eerie. There was a moment where some of the riffs reminded of megadeth’s Five Magics but more earthy which was pretty cool. One vibe I do get from the music is that it feels very casual, a looseness to things and I am not sure if that is a good or bad thing. Almost if you have woken up from sleepless night. The music so far leans into epic/heavy-doom territories giving the music some weight, which to be honest suits the vocal style. Either way the song remains in that mid tempo kind of spot with raw riffs and an authentic feel.
The Curse of Akkad comes in with gliding strings before the rhythms and bass drop in. The music has this hopping feel in terms of the riff delivery adding some character to the music. Sometimes I do get this feeling that things are being pushed or trying to be held together, just down to how loose and relaxed the music is played. I am not sure if that is down to musicianship or the attitude of the members but It feels odd and a bit strange.There just feels like there is a lack of punch and I got this feeling in the last two tracks. The one thing that this song does deliver on is the chorus. The layered vocals and the vocal melody itself sounds very exotic like it is from distant sands. This shows when the creativity spark ignites and shows off what can be achieved.
The Legacy of Malik Ambar starts of with guitar effects before transitioning into the main body of the song. The music itself at times just feels sleepy and mellow in ways yet the rhythms jolt emphasising drum hits. All of this is going on while the bass wonders along in thought projecting its mind out loud. There are some interesting riffs going on but I am waiting for something to jump out and excite me. Maybe I am bias as I am more into faster stuff but even the slow feel of things is not hitting very hard. This is a track of almost 9 minutes and when we approach the second half of the song it feels like it could have been a second song. There is slightly more play in the pacing but the length for me started to burn my interest admittedly. It did pick up towards the end which woke me up slightly but I wished that been more present in the song.
The Dawn Weeps makes me think of of some space bing talking with the subtle strings and organ esque gently playing in the background. The spoken passage definitely captures your attention and is a surprising change in the rhythm of the album. But I am curious how it fits into the whole narrative of the album.
These Crying Seas is the final track on the album and once again takes a mid tempo approach with cascading riffs and rumbling drum ideas. The verses step up with the vocals a little bit as they feel brighter and a bit more creative in direction. In general the music leans on more weighty hungry riffs to drive the song forward. The tempo does pick up and It is a refreshing change in an album which sits predominantly at mid tempo speeds. Either way the riffs still feel dark and creepy which has been the majority of the record. Another solid and straightforward song that takes the album out.
Conclusion
Taken as a whole, the album feels like a band still exploring and developing its sound. There are moments of atmosphere and flashes of creativity, particularly in the choruses and occasional shifts in pacing, but much of the record sits in a mid‑tempo zone that doesn’t always deliver the excitement or punch it seems to reach for. The looseness in performance adds a raw, organic quality, yet at times it drifts into casualness that undercuts the impact. What emerges is a body of work that shows promise and identity in formation, but also leaves the sense that the band’s most compelling statement is still ahead of them.
TheNwothm Score: 7/10
Links
Bandcamp: https://tabernacle-hm.bandcamp.com/album/terror-in-thrace
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tabernacle.metal/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabernaclemetal?utm_source=qr
Label: https://stormspell.bigcartel.com/product/tabernacle-the-iron-tabernacle-cd-preorder
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSKXgXvCp_M
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Occhi rossi da orsacchiotto, code che saettano tra gli eucalipti. La solenne precarietà di un gremlin che sa volare
https://www.jacoporanieri.com/blog/?p=43258#animali #creature #marsupiali #australia #specie #tassonomia #conservazione #ecologia #creature #natura #foresta #eucalipto #folivori #erbivori #riproduzione #comportamento #risorse #canopia #arrampicatori #notturni #petauroidi
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Occhi rossi da orsacchiotto, code che saettano tra gli eucalipti. La solenne precarietà di un gremlin che sa volare
https://www.jacoporanieri.com/blog/?p=43258#animali #creature #marsupiali #australia #specie #tassonomia #conservazione #ecologia #creature #natura #foresta #eucalipto #folivori #erbivori #riproduzione #comportamento #risorse #canopia #arrampicatori #notturni #petauroidi
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𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜'𝗺 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 - "𝗔 𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗮 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗶𝗿" 𝗯𝘆 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗲 -
Slowly reading through the collected works of Verne mostly due to nostalgia, partly to re-figure them in my current mindset of narrative power, the advocate of the science novel in the age of Imperialism. This first published work dates to 1852.
#books #bookreviews #bookworm #readreadread #tbr #tbrpile #tbrlist #quotes #reading #julesverne #adramaintheair #voyageinaballoon #frenchliterature
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The Bleak Picture – Shades of Life Review
By Maddog
It’s been a draining year. Lacking the mental energy for new music, I’ve subsisted on a diet of ISIS and Fvneral Fvkk. Clouded by the doomy stylings of the latter, I decided to make my return to reviewing with dismal death-doom. Despite releasing their debut just last year, Finland’s The Bleak Picture is a project of members of Autumnfall. That said, these two bands sound worlds apart, as their names betray. Abandoning the blackened scenery of Autumnfall, The Bleak Picture paints a bleak picture with melodic death-doom that reeks of Finland. Channeling the icons of sadboi history, Shades of Life is a flawed but worthwhile slab of morose doom.
You won’t find much innovation here, but The Bleak Picture has learned from the best. Blending harsh vocals and spoken word, doomy plains and deathy mountain ranges, Shades of Life consists of familiar elements. The opener “Plagued by Sorrow” offers the listener zero seconds of respite before launching into a persistent doom riff. Melodic guitar leads steer the album along, stitching the doomy cuts together in a manner that recalls Enshine (“Without the I”). Rather than slowing to a standstill, The Bleak Picture uses Insomnium riffs to push the album along without diluting its sorrow. The guitars (handled by Jussi Hänninen, along with the other instruments) are the core of Shades of Life, but Tero Ruohonen’s vocals broaden its horizons. While he largely dwells in standard harsh territory, Ruohonen’s cleans tinge the album with gothic influences, like the distorted spoken word of “Absolution.” Indeed, sections like the straightforward rock of “Without the I” recall Paradise Lost. However, lest this lengthy description fool you, Shades of Life is largely standard fare.
It feels criminal to listen to Shades of Life on a 90-degree summer day. The Bleak Picture conveys emotion through the sheer enormity of their riffs, burying the listener like an avalanche (“Absolution”). Elsewhere, Shades of Life deftly intersperses these assaults with tranquility, like the transition from an explosive chorus to minimalist bass-led instrumentals on “Plagued by Sorrow.” These strengths reach their apex on the 11-minute spectacle “Silent Exit.” Evoking Swallow the Sun’s Plague of Butterflies, the track progresses through a nightmarish acoustic melody, forceful doom riffs, and girthy bass lines. Cult of Luna-style drumming leads the song into a climactic ending that raises the bar even further. Across these highlights, The Bleak Picture’s sophomore release boasts a mature approach to songwriting.
Shades of Life still struggles to transcend its melodic death-doom formula. The album’s biggest weakness is its monotony. In their quest for chunky riffs, The Bleak Picture tends to overuse ideas, emulating an uninspired version of Rapture (“Code of Ethics”). Even the album’s best pieces sometimes fizzle out, like the abrupt ending of the otherwise-powerful “Absolution.” Similarly, while the penultimate track “Silent Exit” showcases the best of Shades of Life, the closer “City of Ghosts” settles into a low-energy doom routine that never picks up steam. Despite its apparent variety of influences, The Bleak Picture’s by-the-book approach to death-doom doesn’t always keep my interest.
An album like Shades of Life is difficult to dissect; its success hinges on the heart, not the brain. The Bleak Picture is on the right path, and tracks like “Silent Exit” hit hard with their bulky riffwork and creative variety. But as a whole, Shades of Life isn’t the gut punch I’d hoped for. It doesn’t match the raw power of Paradise Lost, the otherworldly sadness of Enshine, or the narrative prowess of Insomnium. Still, I have no regrets. There are strong whiffs of talent here, and with its mature and tempered approach to songwriting, Shades of Life is an easy, rewarding listen. It’s worth a shot for anyone who prefers moping over sunlight.
Rating: 2.5/5.0
DR: 9 | Format Reviewed: 320 kb/s mp3
Label: Ardua Music
Websites: thebleakpicture.bandcamp.com | facebook.com/thebleakpicture
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Peak, gioco di scalata co-op da Landfall (Totally Accurate Battle Simulator) e Aggro Crab, arriva il 16 giugno. Personalizza il tuo omino, scala montagne in 4 biomi, sopravvivi con gli amici. Obiettivo: la vetta! Wishlist su Steam. #NotizieVideogiochi #gamingnews #Videogiochi #AggroCrab #LandfallGames
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Peak, gioco di scalata co-op da Landfall (Totally Accurate Battle Simulator) e Aggro Crab, arriva il 16 giugno. Personalizza il tuo omino, scala montagne in 4 biomi, sopravvivi con gli amici. Obiettivo: la vetta! Wishlist su Steam. #NotizieVideogiochi #gamingnews #Videogiochi #AggroCrab #LandfallGames
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Peak, gioco di scalata co-op da Landfall (Totally Accurate Battle Simulator) e Aggro Crab, arriva il 16 giugno. Personalizza il tuo omino, scala montagne in 4 biomi, sopravvivi con gli amici. Obiettivo: la vetta! Wishlist su Steam. #NotizieVideogiochi #gamingnews #Videogiochi #AggroCrab #LandfallGames
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Peak, gioco di scalata co-op da Landfall (Totally Accurate Battle Simulator) e Aggro Crab, arriva il 16 giugno. Personalizza il tuo omino, scala montagne in 4 biomi, sopravvivi con gli amici. Obiettivo: la vetta! Wishlist su Steam. #NotizieVideogiochi #gamingnews #Videogiochi #AggroCrab #LandfallGames
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Peak, gioco di scalata co-op da Landfall (Totally Accurate Battle Simulator) e Aggro Crab, arriva il 16 giugno. Personalizza il tuo omino, scala montagne in 4 biomi, sopravvivi con gli amici. Obiettivo: la vetta! Wishlist su Steam. #NotizieVideogiochi #gamingnews #Videogiochi #AggroCrab #LandfallGames
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Y hoy, en "Ayudando a emprendedores": Fotografía.
Desde Venezuela, les traigo el trabajo de un colega y amigo, quien este año comenzó a tomar fotos con el móvil. Y como todo emprendedor, él espera llegar lejos con lo que le gusta hacer.
Les dejaré el enlace a su perfil de Instagram para que vayan a seguirlo. Todos sabemos las dificultades por las que está atravesando Venezuela en estos momentos, y en tiempos difíciles, es cuando más debemos apoyarnos entre todos.
Si quieren saber más del trabajo del amigo, no duden en escribirle un mensaje directo.Si quieres que tu emprendimiento se de a conocer, contáctame en cualquiera de mis redes sociales. No pido compensación económica a cambio; lo único que pido es que estas personas que trabajan arduamente, obtengan el reconocimiento que se merecen.
¡Un abrazo de luz! Mélzefynn.
#Emprendimiento #Emprendimientos #Emprendedores #Fotografía #Photography #Fotógrafos #Photographers #AyudandoaEmprendedores #Venezuela #FotografíaDesdeElMóvil #Arte #Art #Comparte #Viral
https://www.instagram.com/alhaiz_herrera.fotografia?igsh=c3V0MXRmMDU0Znp4
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New on my #blog: https://aspi.blog/2025/06/09/50th-birthday-holiday-13-portuairk-walk/
This post is the first of two dealing with the actual day, and features a present and a card as well pictures from the walk we did that afternoon (the morning was vile weather wise).
#50thBirthdayHoliday #Scotland #ArdnamurchanPeninsula #Portuairk #cricket #1926Ashes #Scorecard #Railwayana #locomotives #insects #shellfsh #molluscs -
New on my #blog: https://aspi.blog/2025/06/09/50th-birthday-holiday-13-portuairk-walk/
This post is the first of two dealing with the actual day, and features a present and a card as well pictures from the walk we did that afternoon (the morning was vile weather wise).
#50thBirthdayHoliday #Scotland #ArdnamurchanPeninsula #Portuairk #cricket #1926Ashes #Scorecard #Railwayana #locomotives #insects #shellfsh #molluscs