GALIBOT

Origen: Francia, Wallers-Arenberg

Formados: ?

Estilo: Black

Temática: Historia de la minería en el norte de Francia

Enlaces: Bandcamp, facebook, instagram, spotify y youtube.

Miembros:

• Christopher Cansier Batería
• Clément Joly Bajo
• Julian B. Guitarra
• Thomas Deffrasnes Guitarra y voces

Discografía:

• Grind the Coal - 4​-​Way Split Split 2021  
• Wallers​-​Arenberg Demo 2022
• Euch'mau noir CD 2024  
• Euch’Mau Noir bis CD 2026
• Catabase CD 2026

CATABASE (2026)

Después de la revisión que hicieron de su primer álbum a comienzos de este año, los franceses Galibot ya tienen listo su segundo larga duración, un álbum que muestra una evolución clara en un sonido más ambicioso y elaborado, manteniendo esa furia irrefrenable de antaño, pero también aportando un extra de ambientación. La banda se centra en describir los horrores de la zona minera de la cual proviene, incluso su nombre hace referencia a los niños que eran obligados a trabajar en ellas, logrando transmitir con su música toda la oscuridad, peligros e incertidumbres que surgían en este duro trabajo. La banda, sigue manteniendo ese tono directo y potente, muchas veces inspirado en un black de corte noruego, ofreciendo un poderoso sonido de batería que incide en un ritmo más bien alto, riffs poderosos y lacerantes marcan una faceta incisiva en su propuesta, acompañada de la agresividad de las voces. Hasta aquí, nada que no estuviera más o menos presentes en su anterior "Euch'mau noir" (2024), sin embargo el nuevo trabajo muestra una clara madurez de registros y una banda que sabe sacar partido a su talento. Y es que ese sonido de influencias nórdicas, pronto comienza a profundizar en secciones que trabajan una melodía de fondo, cierta épica y hasta apurando un poco, ofrecen un trasfondo marcial, con un ritmo contundente que logra transmitir tanto la dureza de las condiciones de trabajo en la mina, como el sufrimiento de los que allí se dejaban la vida. Alternando un tono directo y poderoso, con un acertado trabajo por parte de Galibot, a la hora de querer ofrecer un atmósfera que logra trasmitir tanto oscuridad como cierta frialdad. Registros que ahora se muestran con mayor acierto y con mayor peso en el conjunto, para enriquecer su propuesta, algo similar se desarrolla en el apartado vocal, con una faceta cruda y directa, que se complementa con otras de carácter limpio y femenino, que logran un tono más accesible y evocador a la hora de transmitir inquietud y recelo. Un segundo álbum para una bada que sabe explotar sus recursos, partiendo de un black al uso, que se complementa con una ambientación muy lograda, una combinación de melodía y cierta épica al alcance de unos pocos y unas voces en dos vertientes bien diferenciadas que logran trasmitir un amplio abanico de sensaciones. (7,8).

Les Acteurs de l'Ombre Productions

1. Catabase 02:18  

2. Jeanlin 04:13  

3. Bleu Noir Rouge 03:55  

4. Voreux 04:47  

5. Baptise Terre 02:38  

6. Pénitent 03:24  

7. Les Montagnes Poussent Sous Terre 05:40  

8. Estaminet, Pt. 1 02:28  

9. Terril 03:45  

10. Saint Cordon 04:00  

11. Mesektet 04:34  

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TRELLDOM

 ...BY THE WORLD... (2026)

El camino iniciado con su anterior "...by the Shadows..."(2024), no fue un mero tramite, aquel álbum inició una nueva era en la propuesta de Trelldom que se ve reflejada y si cabe ampliada en su sucesor. Un álbum que logra sumergirnos en un mundo de oscuridad pastosa, de engañosas realidades, que sabe fundir elementos progresivos, vanguardistas y arreones del más puro e infame black metal, de forma coherente. Un apartado musical que se nutre de influencias del black más clásico, que sobreviven en medio de lo abrumador de otros registros. Sabiendo trasportar al oyente a un paisaje ambiguo, que es como una pesadilla que nos rodea con su oscuridad y podredumbre, trabajado desde un tono que se mueve con soltura en casi que una faceta ritualista, sin que el ritmo sea lacerante, pero si contribuyendo a crear una textura ambigua que sirve de cultivo para un entramado de guitarras que tanto pueden ser densas, como crudas, en donde no se negocia ningún tipo de accesibilidad y en donde el oyente tiene que estar preparado para sumergirse en vastos pasajes de cambios de ritmo espontáneos, unas disonancias complejas que tanto pueden invitar al optimismo como sumergirnos en la mayor de los sopores. Todos lo temas conservan esa ambientación totalmente inmersiva, de paisajes peculiares, en donde la oscuridad todo lo inunda, pero la demencia, la ambigüedad y la controversia también tienen cabido. La banda ha crecido en integrantes y la presencia de nuevos músicos, se antoja del todo necesaria para llevar el sonido de este nuevo álbum hacia nuevas cotas de experimentación y vanguardismo, por que lo que en un principio se puede describir como un metal complejo, con un trasfondo de black, pronto se va vistiendo de un pelaje más "exótico", en donde los elementos electrónicos, o el peso de instrumentos como el saxofón van dejando su sello a la hora de construir esa enfermiza ambientación que rezuma todo el álbum. Ni que decir tiene que Gaahl con sus voces, logra teñir todo en una patina de mayor inquietud, por que no nos engañemos tampoco, este "...by the Word...", no sería lo mismo sin sus voces, necesarias para equilibrar toda esa ambigüedad y complejidad que emana de la parte meramente musical, para dotar de cierto dinamismo y credibilidad lo expuesto. (8).

Prophecy Productions

1. When This Was Young 06:59  

2. I Speak Forgotten Voices 05:01  

3. This Moment the Life of a Memory 04:58  

4. By the Word 06:01  

5. Folding the Mind 05:09  

6. The Word – Choose to Vanish 06:53  

7. In There Outside 04:54  

  39:55  

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ISELDER - INTERVIEW

1. Iselder started around 2014. Why did you decide to create this project? Did you know from the beginning that it would be a one-man band? Why did you choose the name Iselder, and what does it refer to?

Iselder was born out of a desire to create something musically, and there were many sounds explored before settling on what you hear on the early releases. The reason this project started out as a one-man band was purely because I couldn’t find other like-minded musicians to create music with. Iselder is the Welsh word for depression, as when this project originally started it was going to be a DSBM effort before it changed direction.

2. After about twelve years active and about to release your fifth studio album, how would you describe Iselder's trajectory over these years? What important moments in Iselder's history deserve to be remembered?

Over the years Iselder’s music has changed in many ways, even adopting a more punk sound at one point. However, the music has now geared towards a more aggressive and unforgiving tone when compared to previous releases, something I could have never achieved without the help of Neidr. The most important moment of the band’s history for me was when we played our first live show. I still remember how striking it was to me that so many people showed up to support us. From talking to fans to just seeing people wearing our merch, it opened my eyes to just how much impact my music had had until that point.

3. In the credits for the new album, Neidr is listed as playing all the instruments. At what point did Neidr transition from playing live to having a more prominent role in Iselder? What was the songwriting and recording process like for the new album? How do you think the sound has evolved compared to "Gogoniant"? What brands of instruments did you use in the process?

Me and Neidr began writing music together in 2023 (some of which appears on the new album), but I admit I was not the easiest person to work with at this time due to never writing music with someone else before. After writing Gogoniant on my own (apart from Neidr helping create the song Saeson), it became clear to me that what I wanted to achieve with Iselder was not possible on my own. You see, Neidr is without a doubt a better musician than me, and together we have written what I think is the strongest Iselder release to date. For instruments, we used my Epiphone Les Paul Studio, as well as my old Dean Metalman V bass.

4. The new album, “The 38th Division,” will be released soon. It's an album focused on the devastation and death surrounding armed conflicts, presented with a degree of violence and aggression, but also skillfully incorporating sections where atmosphere and ambiance play a crucial role. How would you describe the sound of the new album? What bands and styles influenced its composition?

This album is our most aggressive yet, and while there are more melodic and slower parts it doesn’t pull any punches. The bands that influenced us this time around are notable acts such as Marduk and 1349, who are masters at blending combative riffs with chilling atmosphere.

5. Regarding the lyrics of the new album, what themes do the lyrics of “The 38th Division” explore? What inspired you to write them? Do the lyrics adapt to the music, or vice versa?

The 38^th Division is inspired by a British Army unit known for its role during the battle of the Somme, which led to most of the songs on this album being about the experiences of the first world war. Usually with Iselder, the lyrics are often the last piece of the puzzle, though ideas do float around during the creation of the instrumentals.

6. There isn't much information available about the recording, mixing, and mastering process of the new album. With Neidr now involved, has this significantly altered your approach to Iselder's music? How did you handle this aspect?

It’s certainly reduced the stress of having to do everything myself but has brought with it new challenges, most notably letting someone else have a say in how the next effort sounds. However, it has made things a lot easier, and I already can’t wait to see what we create next. Neidr has brought forward ideas I would never think of, and I can only thank him for that.

7. You're keeping the album release with the Welsh label Marwolaeth Records, as you did with the previous album. Is this a way of safeguarding the band's Welsh identity? Why did you decide to release it with them again?

This is mostly due to Marwolaeth Records being a label I manage. I prefer to have a hands-on approach when releasing Iselder’s music, as this way there can be no excuses when things go wrong. It brings with it some challenges but is overall a fun experience.

8. Who designed the cover art for the new album? What does it represent, and how does it relate to the album's content?

The album art is a painting done by Christopher Williams called The Welsh at Mametz Wood and shows the 38^th Division triumphing over the enemy.

9. In the past, you were involved in a couple of controversies related to the message on some t-shirts, as well as an issue connected to Nazism following the release of some cassettes. Is this something that's been forgotten, or does it still come up from time to time? What's your opinion on this tendency to seek controversy between music and political elements and violence? Perhaps your strong Welsh identity has worked against you in this regard?

Most of this has been forgotten, but I still get asked about it now and again when talking about my band and such. Obviously, we still sell the t-shirts in question that led to my arrest back in 2021, and yes, I still get the occasional idiot trying to brand my band as something we’re not but that’s the risk you take when creating art of this nature. I don’t think my identity has worked against me. There are people who seek to distance themselves from what I do for whatever reason and that’s just something I have to deal with, though I usually pay these individuals no mind.

10. On the other hand, you've always sought to bring Iselder's music to the stage, and to that end, you've surrounded yourself with a series of live musicians. How important is it for you to be able to present Iselder's music live? How did you contact and select these musicians to accompany you on stage?

It was a goal of mine to bring Iselder to the stage for several years, and although we have only played a few shows, I already can’t wait to do it again. I came into contact with Neidr a few years ago now after his interest to play guitar for Iselder. With our bassist, Shuck, we were discussing my music when he offered to take up the role. We recently have enlisted a new drummer to the band, who will be revealed in due time.

11. What is your opinion of the extreme metal scene in a country like Wales? What similar bands would you recommend?

The extreme metal scene in Wales is growing stronger every year. Some bands I’d like to point out are Verletzen, Deheubarth, Hiraeth, and Defod.

12. How did you get started in music: the first concerts you attended, the first albums you bought? What event in your lives pushed you to want to become musicians?

The first metal concert I attended was Judas Priest with Megadeth and Testament back in 2009, and I immediately knew I wanted to one day bring a band to a live setting. I can’t remember a lot of the first few albums I bought, but a notable discovery was when I was recommended to purchase the unholy trinity by Darkthrone and although it was a bit jarring to me, it grew my curiosity for this genre I had never heard before.

13. Which album represents the essence of black metal for you? What are the most recent albums you've bought?

I think the album that best represents the essence of black metal to me is Incipit Satan by Gorgoroth as it’s the album that cemented my love for the genre. From production to performance, it’s such a phenomenal album that these days doesn’t get the love it deserves.

14. Thank you very much for taking the time to answer these questions for Black Metal Spirit. If you'd like to add anything for Iselder fans, this is the place. I hope you enjoy the questions.

I hope you all enjoy the new album when it releases, and we have more news coming soon.

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