I watch the ocean bleed
Through crystals in the sky
The memory's mark fades
Yet vivid in my mind
The cruel world sings
A thousand voices cry
I watch the ocean bleed
Still vivid in my mind
Endless suffering
How could I
Bring life into
Its heavy hand?
Of broken spirits
Left to the sand
Oh the endless cycle
Dines with the sea
The death of dreams
Has come to us
The fractured sky
Welcomes us
Brute deceit
Follows us
Through the endless
What an impressive piece of black metal. This one-man hurricane is pure art. Sgah‘gahsowáh creates an haunting atmosphere. He puts so much soul in his music. Sælzer Bub
The album description mentions an “emotional apex.” That’s really the difference between Stare and the band’s previous albums. Ulcerate was always supremely technically proficient. I just didn’t care all that much. Their growth has come from making music you will feel. Metallurgical Fire
Seattle’s Laden captures the storm and stress of the greatest, grimmest post-metal, crafting songs from 20-megaton riffs. Bandcamp New & Notable Jan 29, 2022
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