Isenordal

Isenordal is a Seattle-based atmospheric metal ensemble that’s been weaving haunting, genre-blurring soundscapes since their formation in 2014. Combining elements of black metal, funeral doom, and neoclassical folk, their music feels like a somber journey through mist-shrouded forests and ancient rituals. The band features members like Kerry Hall (vocals, guitar) and Lieu Wolfe (violin, vocals), whose interplay of guttural growls and ethereal cleans adds depth to their melancholic grandeur. Tracks like "Shores of Mourning" and "Requiem for Eirênê" showcase their knack for blending raw aggression with lush, folk-inspired melodies, often accented by piano and violin.

Known for their thematic focus on existential despair and nature’s duality, Isenordal’s releases, including splits with bands like Kihalása, have cemented their reputation in the Pacific Northwest’s underground metal scene. Their live performances are immersive affairs, dripping with candlelit ambiance and a reverence for the eerie. Recent works like "Imbolc Mmxiv" and "Epiphanies of Abhorrence and Futility (Radio Edit)" hint at their evolving fusion of darkness and beauty, making them a standout act for fans of introspective, boundary-pushing metal.

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