FIRTAN - Niedergang (2014) -
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Since 2010
Firtan from Southern Germany has been
combining influences from a variety of musical genres into a raw, driving
and yet cinematic sound that provides thesoundtrack to existential themes
concerning man, nature, loss and death.
After
releasing their first EP "Wogen der Trauer" in early 2013 the melodic
tone of themusic changed to become increasingly dark and complex.
At the same
time Firtan continued to formulate their sonic vision with their
concept album "Niedergang". Elements from Black and Pagan Metal
to Progressive- and Post-Rock alongside orchestral sounds create a captivating
atmosphere which is supported by intensive and emotional vocal performances.
Poems by
old German philosophers like Hegel or Vischer that are woven into
the album concept and paintings of artist Larissa Kraus shape the lyrical
and visual aesthetic of the band.
With
intense performances and the new material Firtan appeared at many german
festivals in 2014, including Ragnarök Festival, sharing the stage with bands
like Finntroll, Satyricon or Endstille.
A few
press commentaries:
Blast: "Between desperate, lamenting
Black Metal parts, elements from the fields of Pagan, Progressive Metal and
even Post Rock shine through, which underline the class of the top-notch
compositions adding even more depth…" (Marlis Wimmerer)
Powermetal.de: "One of the most important
newcomers of the year!" (Hang Mai Le 9/10 points)
Legacy: "A manifesto!" (FS Hain 13/15
points)
Undergrounded.de: "Up to now THE surprise of the
year for me! " (Asgrimur 9/10 points)
Bandprofile
on Labelpage (German):
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