blackned death metal

Empyrean - Quietus (Prime Cuts/Riot)

The forefront of blackened death metal stood only a handful of innovators - this once exclusive clique may be welcoming Australian newcomers Empyrean to their ranks with their explosive debut, Quietus.

Australian black metal seems to be an oddity in the greater metal community - it strives to be as underground and "traditional" as possible so as not to upset the "kvlt" of personalities and musica