Northern Accent – “Dunkle Wolke Mensch” Album Review (neo-folk)

Never underestimate the power of the Germans when it comes to relieving a need for purely good neo-folk music.  The same goes for other genres.  But nonetheless.....  today our offering is Dunkle Wolke Mensch, the new digital-only release from Northern Accent. Northern Accent is the product of Mr. Niko Brückner.   Dunkle Wolke Mensch is a 9 track...

Urze De Lume – “As Árvores Estão Secas e Não Têm Folhas” Album Review (neo/loner folk)

From our friends at Equilibrium Music comes the return of Urze de Lume and their new offering, As Árvores Estão Secas e Não Têm Folhas.  The Portuguese quartet are at it again with their unique blend of reflective darkened folk. "On their third album, URZE DE LUME turn inwards for a soothing journey which illustrates not...

Sopor Aeternus – “The Spiral Sacrifice” Album Review

Not for the faint of heart.  If you are familiar with the work of Sopor Aeternus, you know what I'm talking about.  Nevertheless, we are very pleased to let you know about the new release, The Spiral Sacrifice.   From Fantotal.de...."one of the last of the very few dark groups/projects in Europe who have based the sacred trinity of...

Interview: Der Blutharsch (Albin Julius)

Der Blutharsch is a band that really needs no introduction.  As ironic as it is, they've become legends in the neo-folk/martial arena; ironic because their depth and diversity have over-stretched the boundaries of those "genres" many times over.  Albin Julius has led the Der Blutharsch charge and was kind enough to spend some time answering our...

Zeresh – “Sigh For Sigh” EP/Album Review (Neofolk)

From Israel comes one half of the band, Cruel Wonders to answer our prayers for some good, dimly-lit neofolk.  Zeresh is the solo project of vocalist, Tamar.  Sigh For Sigh is the new 4-track EP due out January 18 From Zeresh: "This EP is dedicated to my four beloved deceased grandparents, whom I still love and miss."...