From The Vastland – Tenebrous Shadow
“ Vicious, dark and haunting! Very proud to announce the release of our 8th full length album, our new opus, “Tenebrous Shadow”. it’s the continuation of where we left off with “Taurvi” in 2022. However, it plunges deeper into the dark world of Persian demons & their bloody stories. Musically, I assure you will hear everything you expect from us! blast-beating, old school Norwegian black metal with a slight touch of oriental melodies. From the most extreme, evil & intense riffs to a heavy, catchy & melodic atmosphere. It’s not just collection of some songs but an album that takes the listeners on a journey through the depth of Persian mythology, combining musical craftsmanship with artistic finesse. “
– Sina Winter
“To the surprise of no one, From the Vastland continues to provide the world with top-notch black metal. Sina, originally from Iran and now residing in Norway, is a modern master of riffs, and knows how to perfectly recapture that second-wave glory while still retaining his own sound.
“Sina is a torchbearer, dedicated to (almost) single-handedly keeping the spark of Black Metal, of a certain time and a certain era, alive. And, you know what? There are far worse goals to have in life, especially when you’re this good at it. Ultimately there’s a lot to love here. Some great riffs. Some hideously infectious grooves. And some bold, bombastic hooks which, nevertheless, absolutely bristle with blackened menace. But, more than anything else, it’s the man’s obvious passion for this style of music which shines through on every single track, and which proves you don’t have to innovate in order to impress.