Category Archives: blackgaze

Alcest – “Spiritual Instinct”

Alcest are one of those bands that somehow never disappoint me. Granted, it took me longer to get into their “Shelter” album (it was a bit of a change) but now it’s one of my favorites by them. What makes … Continue reading

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Alcest – “Kodama”

I’ve been waiting for this album!!! Alcest has become one of my favorite bands. What’s interesting is that the last album actually took a year before I became completely CONSUMED by it. “Shelter” was a bit of a departure for … Continue reading

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Astronoid – “Air”

Astronoid call their style of music “thrashgaze.” It’s one of the most accurate descriptions I have ever read. They are like Alcest jamming with Revocation. Take all of the technical prowess of a thrash band and merge them with the … Continue reading

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