Wolves in the Throne Room - Two Hunters

Wolves in the Throne Room Two Hunters. 2007 4 stars.

Once again, the friendly black metal acolytes at rateyourmusic.com have recommended another stellar release, this one by Olympia, WA’s Wolves in the Throne Room (why do so many existential bands hail from there?). The second studio album from the band, Two Hunters is an extensive, doom-laden mindfuck that features dark ambient passages, demonic vocals and impenetrably fast drumming.

Wolves in the Throne Room, taking cues from Southern Lord label mates Sunn O))) and Earth, engage in misty post-metal jams that give prevalence to atmosphere while still hearkening back to traditional black metal sensibilities a la Agalloch. The inclusion of spooky choral vocals from a female guest also adds to the haunting power this disc delivers. While some of the jams run a little too long, and the metal vocals can be overwhelming at times, Two Hunters is an immersing listen overall.

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