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By Grin Reaper
Known for cultivating legendary acts such as Cult of Luna, Meshuggah, and Refused, Umeå, Sweden, sows fertile ground for seminal rock and metal bands.1 Formed in 2022, Skogskult joins their compatriots with a self-titled debut of grimy stoner doom in hand. From Swedish, Skogskult translates to ‘forest cult,’ and with roots firmly planted in scuzzy soil, this fey foursome drinks deeply from the wells of Acid King, Monolord, and Black Sabbath. Skogskult conjures six tracks that pull from Scandinavian mythology and the arcane to warn of dark days getting darker,2 setting a grim and eldritch tone from the outset. So come, friend, and take my hand. Let us walk into these woods together and uncover what mysteries lurk within.
Skogskult studied their forebears closely, as anyone who blindly tangles with Skogskult won’t need long to guess its genre. Many moments are saturated with indica atmospherics thick enough to induce contact highs. Hypnotic plods (“Lyktans Låga”), mid-paced gallops (“Pakten”), and the occasional stirring solo (“Snöblind”) furnish an assortment of backdrops and give individual songs enough character to prevent them from blurring together despite the pervasive gloomy fuzz. Cutting through said fuzz is vocalist Simon Rosengrim, who pierces the dense haze with tempestuous conviction, antithetical to the indolent trappings of stereotypical stoner doom. All told, Skogskult begets a familiar soundscape even casual fans of the genre will at once recognize, molding a unique personality alongside influences and reference points.
Skogskult’s merger of buzzing heft and raw emotion concocts powerful moments across their debut. Opening duo “Lyktans Låga” and “Turs” conform to genre conventions, grooving with ponderous mass as Samuel Nordström and Albin Kroon lumber along on guitar and bass. In fact, most of Skogskult is blanketed in wool, though “Sol” acts as a crucial change-of-pace, offering reverb-drenched strums and echoey vox that recall Sabbath’s “Planet Caravan.” Central tracks “Jag Ger Mig Av” and “Pakten” embolden Skogskult with lively frills, such as the stark baritone vocals midway through the former and the catchy-as-hell 90s post-grunge lilt of the latter. Pulling away from direct inspirations allows Skogskult to forge an identity all their own. In a genre where bands closely adhere to stoner doom’s core sound, it’s not a coincidence that Skogskult’s best moments occur when the album extends past them. In particular, Rosengrim’s performance electrifies when grit and pathos dial to eleven. His singing forgoes the comparatively mellow rhythms and measured deliveries associated with Sleep, Dopelord, and others, instead penetrating stoner doom’s miasma with immediate and undeniable passion. While this ingredient sets Skogskult apart from other outfits, it’s not quite enough to overcome Skogskult’s deficiencies.
Though many of Skogskult’s songwriting tendrils take root, some flounder for purchase. The juxtaposition of urgent vocals and hypnotizing grooves spellbind in a broad sense, but focusing just on the instrumentation reveals a lack of consistency over the entire album. Though flush with talent, Skogskult’s penchant for repeating riffs too often over six to seven minutes erodes some of its charm, which is further exacerbated over repeated listens. Bluesy solos and accelerated tempos afford welcome breaks, but more variety through the refrains would invigorate Skogskult’s musical backbone; without more riff diversity, shrinking song lengths could help remedy the repetition. Still, Skogskult boasts plenty of successes, as well. The production is a triumph, with each instrument (and vocals) afforded ample space in the mix. The only understated element is drummer Alexander Söderlund, who supports the band ably within a restrained pocket. Also, Skogskult deftly constructs tension throughout entire songs. Even if each track could lose thirty to sixty seconds, every payoff satisfies through unhurried climaxes and hints at a higher ceiling for the band’s songcraft.
Skogskult is a young band brimming with potential. They guide listeners through the murky fog of stoner doom that cloaks the forest they inhabit, shining a light on the path while allowing listeners to glimpse the dangers just off of it. Skogskult isn’t perfect, but Skogskult impresses with accessible retrofuzz, standout highlights, and a powerhouse vocalist. If they can refine the songwriting approach for their sophomore album while preserving what makes this one special, our next trip through the cult’s forest might just convert us.
Rating: Good
DR: 7 | Format Reviewed: 320 kbps mp3
Label: Bonebag Records
Websites: Bandcamp | Facebook
Releases Worldwide: December 5th, 2025#2025 #30 #AcidKing #BlackSabbath #BonebagRecords #CultOfLuna #Dec25 #DoomMetal #Dopelord #Meshuggah #Monolord #Naglfar #NocturnalRites #Persuader #Refused #Review #Reviews #SelfTitled #Skogskult #Sleep #StonerDoom #StonerDoomMetal #StonerMetal #SwedishMetal
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By Grin Reaper
Known for cultivating legendary acts such as Cult of Luna, Meshuggah, and Refused, Umeå, Sweden, sows fertile ground for seminal rock and metal bands.1 Formed in 2022, Skogskult joins their compatriots with a self-titled debut of grimy stoner doom in hand. From Swedish, Skogskult translates to ‘forest cult,’ and with roots firmly planted in scuzzy soil, this fey foursome drinks deeply from the wells of Acid King, Monolord, and Black Sabbath. Skogskult conjures six tracks that pull from Scandinavian mythology and the arcane to warn of dark days getting darker,2 setting a grim and eldritch tone from the outset. So come, friend, and take my hand. Let us walk into these woods together and uncover what mysteries lurk within.
Skogskult studied their forebears closely, as anyone who blindly tangles with Skogskult won’t need long to guess its genre. Many moments are saturated with indica atmospherics thick enough to induce contact highs. Hypnotic plods (“Lyktans Låga”), mid-paced gallops (“Pakten”), and the occasional stirring solo (“Snöblind”) furnish an assortment of backdrops and give individual songs enough character to prevent them from blurring together despite the pervasive gloomy fuzz. Cutting through said fuzz is vocalist Simon Rosengrim, who pierces the dense haze with tempestuous conviction, antithetical to the indolent trappings of stereotypical stoner doom. All told, Skogskult begets a familiar soundscape even casual fans of the genre will at once recognize, molding a unique personality alongside influences and reference points.
Skogskult’s merger of buzzing heft and raw emotion concocts powerful moments across their debut. Opening duo “Lyktans Låga” and “Turs” conform to genre conventions, grooving with ponderous mass as Samuel Nordström and Albin Kroon lumber along on guitar and bass. In fact, most of Skogskult is blanketed in wool, though “Sol” acts as a crucial change-of-pace, offering reverb-drenched strums and echoey vox that recall Sabbath’s “Planet Caravan.” Central tracks “Jag Ger Mig Av” and “Pakten” embolden Skogskult with lively frills, such as the stark baritone vocals midway through the former and the catchy-as-hell 90s post-grunge lilt of the latter. Pulling away from direct inspirations allows Skogskult to forge an identity all their own. In a genre where bands closely adhere to stoner doom’s core sound, it’s not a coincidence that Skogskult’s best moments occur when the album extends past them. In particular, Rosengrim’s performance electrifies when grit and pathos dial to eleven. His singing forgoes the comparatively mellow rhythms and measured deliveries associated with Sleep, Dopelord, and others, instead penetrating stoner doom’s miasma with immediate and undeniable passion. While this ingredient sets Skogskult apart from other outfits, it’s not quite enough to overcome Skogskult’s deficiencies.
Though many of Skogskult’s songwriting tendrils take root, some flounder for purchase. The juxtaposition of urgent vocals and hypnotizing grooves spellbind in a broad sense, but focusing just on the instrumentation reveals a lack of consistency over the entire album. Though flush with talent, Skogskult’s penchant for repeating riffs too often over six to seven minutes erodes some of its charm, which is further exacerbated over repeated listens. Bluesy solos and accelerated tempos afford welcome breaks, but more variety through the refrains would invigorate Skogskult’s musical backbone; without more riff diversity, shrinking song lengths could help remedy the repetition. Still, Skogskult boasts plenty of successes, as well. The production is a triumph, with each instrument (and vocals) afforded ample space in the mix. The only understated element is drummer Alexander Söderlund, who supports the band ably within a restrained pocket. Also, Skogskult deftly constructs tension throughout entire songs. Even if each track could lose thirty to sixty seconds, every payoff satisfies through unhurried climaxes and hints at a higher ceiling for the band’s songcraft.
Skogskult is a young band brimming with potential. They guide listeners through the murky fog of stoner doom that cloaks the forest they inhabit, shining a light on the path while allowing listeners to glimpse the dangers just off of it. Skogskult isn’t perfect, but Skogskult impresses with accessible retrofuzz, standout highlights, and a powerhouse vocalist. If they can refine the songwriting approach for their sophomore album while preserving what makes this one special, our next trip through the cult’s forest might just convert us.
Rating: Good
DR: 7 | Format Reviewed: 320 kbps mp3
Label: Bonebag Records
Websites: Bandcamp | Facebook
Releases Worldwide: December 5th, 2025#2025 #30 #AcidKing #BlackSabbath #BonebagRecords #CultOfLuna #Dec25 #DoomMetal #Dopelord #Meshuggah #Monolord #Naglfar #NocturnalRites #Persuader #Refused #Review #Reviews #SelfTitled #Skogskult #Sleep #StonerDoom #StonerDoomMetal #StonerMetal #SwedishMetal
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Meantime a delayed reaction post: very lovely and huge sounding set by #AcidKing last night at #TheChapel here in SF, celebrating the group's thirty year run under Lori S.'s guidance. This was the first of two nights; I don't know if tonight is sold out or not but worth checking out! (As it stands I'm glad I went last night as tonight is, finally for me, #Orbital at last.) #music
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Still loving this album. It may actually be my favorite Acid King album. Except, maybe, it's a bit too short? So mellow and zoned out. It's like Lori found out that true freedom is riding the spaceways, not the highways, and got rid of her motorcycle in exchange for a spaceship. #AcidKing #music #stonerMetal #metal
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Festival Review: Hellfest 2024 – Day 2 (Hayley’s View)
It was a later start to day two of Hellfest later than planned, mainly due to our photographer Gavin’s dodgy knee giving him more problems which meant a more gentile st
#GigReviews #AcidKing #Biohazard #BodyCount #FearFactory #FuManchu #Hellfest #MachineHead #Mork #PlanetOfZeus #Polyphia #SteelPanther #Stinky #TomMorello
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Love Acid King, and love the atmosphere of "Beyond Vision". #AcidKing #music #stonerMetal #metal
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floating being
what seemed to be the only way to celebrate the day of steve #albini s all too early death
going to a show of loud independent music
see them while they are still alive and you are too
two excellent bands - old favorites Acid King (having a way better tone and shape than on their last visit to #copenhagen) and new #relevation Earth Tongue from NZ
(Ezra Simons, Gussie Larkin) -
floating being
what seemed to be the only way to celebrate the day of steve #albini s all too early death
going to a show of loud independent music
see them while they are still alive and you are too
two excellent bands - old favorites Acid King (having a way better tone and shape than on their last visit to #copenhagen) and new #relevation Earth Tongue from NZ
(Ezra Simons, Gussie Larkin) -
Πρωινό γκρουβάτο #doom από τους #AcidKing με μπάσο που οργώνει και ριφφ που ανασταίνει νεκρούς και μαστουρώνει άπασα την πανίδα. Απολαύστε υπεύθυνα
#μουσική #ERisNowPlaying #doommetal #stoner #βαράτε_βιολιτζήδες #μπαμπάτσικο
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Today's theme for the #ThursdayFiveList (via @neurothing) is #TheNumbers, which is super tough because bands really love numbers in titles! Sticking to songs with "one":
#AcidKing - One Light Second Away
https://youtu.be/kCgp_V8WbJI?feature=shared#MotherLoveBone - One Time Fire
https://youtu.be/7HsMZQQOyJw?feature=shared#JoyDivision - Exercise One
https://youtu.be/rcNU0HpasFQ?feature=shared#BeastieBoys - Three MCs and One DJ
https://youtu.be/XflfiylNNXY?feature=shared#Soundgarden - One Minute of Silence :blobamused:
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Today's theme for the #ThursdayFiveList (via @neurothing) is #TheNumbers, which is super tough because bands really love numbers in titles! Sticking to songs with "one":
#AcidKing - One Light Second Away
https://youtu.be/kCgp_V8WbJI?feature=shared#MotherLoveBone - One Time Fire
https://youtu.be/7HsMZQQOyJw?feature=shared#JoyDivision - Exercise One
https://youtu.be/rcNU0HpasFQ?feature=shared#BeastieBoys - Three MCs and One DJ
https://youtu.be/XflfiylNNXY?feature=shared#Soundgarden - One Minute of Silence :blobamused:
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@heathen Ooo, I love these sort of posts! I keep a list throughout the year for potential Albums of the Year, and I already have 33 albums on there (!). But going through it, I just realized there's only a select few I still actually have on repeat:
#AcidKing - Beyond Vision
#SigurRos - Átta
#Blackbraid - Blackbraid II
#PaulSimon - Seven PsalmsHonorable mention because it hasn't yet been released (but I've had the singles released so far on repeat):
#JeremyDutcher - Motewolonuwok
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@heathen Ooo, I love these sort of posts! I keep a list throughout the year for potential Albums of the Year, and I already have 33 albums on there (!). But going through it, I just realized there's only a select few I still actually have on repeat:
#AcidKing - Beyond Vision
#SigurRos - Átta
#Blackbraid - Blackbraid II
#PaulSimon - Seven PsalmsHonorable mention because it hasn't yet been released (but I've had the singles released so far on repeat):
#JeremyDutcher - Motewolonuwok
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It is not easy to find that tone.
It needs to be
part broken, breaking, fucked up,
part singing, full, eternal.Some 6 years ago #AcidKing blew my mind with finding that perfect tone.
This time at #Stengade #Copenhagen they were perhaps struggling a bit to be quite that perfect,
but still got there towards the end of the show.
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My day off yesterday got tanked from getting super sick off the new laptop fumes, so I'm living it up today reading #comics and listening to some excellent psych / #StonerDoom. The new #AcidKing is definitely going in my AOTY list. Also, did anyone else know #KeanuReeves (co-)wrote a comic (BRZRKR) and that's pretty frickin awesome?!
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My day off yesterday got tanked from getting super sick off the new laptop fumes, so I'm living it up today reading #comics and listening to some excellent psych / #StonerDoom. The new #AcidKing is definitely going in my AOTY list. Also, did anyone else know #KeanuReeves (co-)wrote a comic (BRZRKR) and that's pretty frickin awesome?!
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ACID KING Beyond Vision Album Review | BangerTV
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ACID KING Beyond Vision Album Review | BangerTV
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Album Review: ACID KING Beyond Vision
"After a whirl through Beyond Vision, it'll come as no surprise to learn that the album was originally designed as single-stretch instrumental piece."https://metalinjection.net/reviews/album-review-acid-king-beyond-vision
#HeavyPsych #SludgeRock #AcidKing #SludgeMetal #RiffWorship #BeyondVision #MindMelting #Psychedelia #HeartPounding
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Album Review: ACID KING Beyond Vision
"After a whirl through Beyond Vision, it'll come as no surprise to learn that the album was originally designed as single-stretch instrumental piece."https://metalinjection.net/reviews/album-review-acid-king-beyond-vision
#HeavyPsych #SludgeRock #AcidKing #SludgeMetal #RiffWorship #BeyondVision #MindMelting #Psychedelia #HeartPounding
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ACID KING To Release Beyond Vision Album This Month; Visualizer Video Posted For New Single "Mind's Eye"
Acid King, the pioneering, San Francisco-based heavy rock outfit, have debuted a second track from their forthcoming album, Beyond Vision, out March 24 via Blues Funeral Recordings, with today's release of "Mind's Eye". Watch a visualizer...#AcidKing #BeyondVision #MindsEye #HeavyMetal #Nov20 #NewSingle #NewAlbum #Bravewords
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Acid King – Beyond Vision
For all that the vast world of psychedelia has been able to bring forth over the decades, I still find myself very comfortable in making the claim that we are in a true golden age for anything that dares to dabble in the realms of psychedelics.
https://headbangerreviews.wordpress.com/2023/01/27/acid-king-beyond-vision/
#AcidKing #HeavyMetal #AlternativeRock #DoomMetal #BeyondVision #ClassicRock #MotherMary #HeadBangerReviews #StonerMetal -
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Acid King – Beyond Vision
For all that the vast world of psychedelia has been able to bring forth over the decades, I still find myself very comfortable in making the claim that we are in a true golden age for anything that dares to dabble in the realms of psychedelics.
https://headbangerreviews.wordpress.com/2023/01/27/acid-king-beyond-vision/
#AcidKing #HeavyMetal #AlternativeRock #DoomMetal #BeyondVision #ClassicRock #MotherMary #HeadBangerReviews #StonerMetal
