Winterwar's first track, "Skogbrann," was released on December 20, 2024, and the band serves us a cracking blend of melodic death and black metal. Inspired by the haunting splendor of Norway’s icy woods, the song is a thrilling yet haunting journey. There are fire verses and choir melodies, followed by an ominous outro.
“Skogbrannn is a perfect anthem for the extreme metal renaissance that’s lifting spirits in a time of catastrophe. Winterwar is Jonathan's company in Bryne, Norway, and Anton and Sebbi are good talents as well. Winterwar delivers a crude ferocity paired with catchier melodies that yield a heaviness tempered with beauty. Even without a live performance, this towering debut is making a big impression at Winterwar.
"Winterwar's Skogbrann is a high-spirited, lyrical, heroic music from Norway. "
Step into a sonic world of harmony and madness; the making of this track was inspired by Norway’s unbridled nature. Skogbrann” is an example of Winterwar’s gift for being an ominous, atmospheric music maker, mixing carefully layered instruments and that sliced vowels straightforwardness.
They recorded "Skogbrann" in their own home studio, so you already get a sense of their commitment to originality and authenticity. The audio horror of the Norwegian woods creeps in with the first play. With a balance of both melodic and serious metal, “Skogbrann” is a must-have listen for anyone who enjoys such a sound.
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