(written by Islander)

Everlasting Spew Records has made yet another astounding discovery, which it will share with listeners who are eager for music that’s off the usual beaten paths and capable of making deep emotional impressions.

This time the discovery concerns a Portuguese black metal trio who call themselves Chants, and their debut album Echoes, which the label will release on November 20th. The band is a new one, having formed only last year, but Chants is led by someone with a long history in the metal underground, and he uses it as a very personal outlet “for emotional catharsis and artistic introspection”.

Today we’re delighted to help spread the news of Chants, and especially excited to premiere a lyric video for the first song to be revealed from the album — which is its title track. Continue reading »