Anyone here know what the story with Darkest Era these days? I really liked their debut album which was many years ago now I think of it. Second album not so much.
Not too obvious from their facebook page whether they are still going or not.
Funny, I was only discussing them the other day. Always a band that had potential to do something interesting but they never really stepped far enough outside the Primordial-light, Iron Maiden ooohhh-aaaahhhh, vaguely Lizzy-esque parameters to do much damage. I think it was the title track of the debut that hinted at something potentially a bit darker and more exciting to my ear, but then they kind of just seemed to stick to the same safe formula on the second album, at least from the parts I heard, and my interest waned. Very talented musicians, it must be said, and they had plenty of confidence onstage which was infectious but on record the limitations of their style became apparent. But who knows, maybe they'll return with a belter and win me over.
I haven't heard they're finished. Doubt it, to be honest. Just biding their time at the moment, maybe.
Krum and Ade are also in Ironborne with Anaïs from Celtachor, also.
Ade and Anaïs got hitched also, and had a kid as far as I know. So that'll quieten any band for a while, sure.
Cheer for the info - yeah am hoping they come back with a cracking 3rd record at some point.
We're still alive, just been doing the very occasional show these past years due to real life priorities and other things. A 3rd album is finally happening however, 1 or 2 more songs to demo and then should be recording later this year. Pretty excited about it.
I don't disagree with anything Andy says there to be honest. The 2 albums only had snatches of proper quality. I would say the new stuff is a fair step beyond, almost avant garde in places especially compared to the last one. But sure..some people will still tag us relentlessly with the P word no matter what we release ;)
Interesting, Ade. I'm curious to hear what you come up with with avant garde intention, as despite my reservations I think you lads have plenty of skill and an ear for a catchy riff. This might sound odd, but with the Tenhi artwork you have on your jacket I always thought it would be cool if you could add a bit of their dark, minimal intensity into the mix somehow, and maybe there was a hint of that here and there that I hoped you would explore more. All the best with the new stuff anyway.
There are still hooks and earworm guitar melodies..just none of the straight heavy metal 4 minute 6/8 rockers etc. You're not a million miles away with names like Tenhi to describe the broader scope of elements in the mix actually. Whether anyone gives a shit is another matter but i'll have had my fun and that's all that matters :P
Quote from: Nomad on March 06, 2020, 08:20:12 PM
We're still alive, just been doing the very occasional show these past years due to real life priorities and other things. A 3rd album is finally happening however, 1 or 2 more songs to demo and then should be recording later this year. Pretty excited about it.
I don't disagree with anything Andy says there to be honest. The 2 albums only had snatches of proper quality. I would say the new stuff is a fair step beyond, almost avant garde in places especially compared to the last one. But sure..some people will still tag us relentlessly with the P word no matter what we release ;)
Sounds good looking forward to hearing it.
Just seen this new video went up... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpUiifrBqqQ
Nice video. Need to listen to the song a couple more times, some unexpected moments in there.
Almost didn't recognize Ade with the short hair, thought for a minute maybe only Krum and Sarah were left from the old line-up.
Preorder link below, vinyl will be ready on release. Deluxe edition will be especially snazzy I think!
https://candlelightrecords.tmstor.es/products/section/14591?utm_source=Website&utm_campaign=DarkestEra20220505&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=&utm_umguk=www.candlelightrecords.co.uk%2F&lf=588fef757f35c163ffbe08b6b0444422
Vinyls are fairly steep on the Candlelight webstore.
Might have to just settle for the CD.
New single 'Tithonus' out now
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwNZYJiCsgM
Great review for them on AMG:
https://www.angrymetalguy.com/darkest-era-wither-on-the-vine-review/
Must give it a blast. Krum looks amazing in that pic.
Third and final single is here, touch of the neofolk off it. https://youtu.be/EOHWBHazNx8
Record is in Sentinel in all varieties as well
I like that one.
Bizarrely I stumbled across Gods and Origins in a tiny record shop here in Delhi. Cool to see things are going strong for DE.
Living or travelling in India, Boober?
Living since Aug last year, here til Aug 24. Not much in the way of guitar bands here, it's all electronic stuff in Delhi. Managed to see Kilter (Imperial Triumphant's drummer) and Godless (Bangalore DM), who were tight, professional but not really my bag.
Like high percentage of bands from Ireland - just really average.
Quote from: Nomad on December 03, 2022, 06:11:24 PMThird and final single is here, touch of the neofolk off it. https://youtu.be/EOHWBHazNx8
I think this is the best Darkest Era song I've ever heard. You've really tapped into something on this one. The music and Krum's vocals have never fused so well together as here. It's just perfect to these ears. Chapeau.
Quote from: Black Shepherd Carnage on December 04, 2022, 10:45:37 PMQuote from: Nomad on December 03, 2022, 06:11:24 PMThird and final single is here, touch of the neofolk off it. https://youtu.be/EOHWBHazNx8
I think this is the best Darkest Era song I've ever heard. You've really tapped into something on this one. The music and Krum's vocals have never fused so well together as here. It's just perfect to these ears. Chapeau.
Thanks Chris, it's not up there with early Putrefy but we're trying ;)
It's an avenue I want to explore a bit more. This record wasn't a huge departure but I think it shows the direction of (if slow moving) travel.
Quote from: Nomad on December 05, 2022, 07:31:40 PMQuote from: Black Shepherd Carnage on December 04, 2022, 10:45:37 PMQuote from: Nomad on December 03, 2022, 06:11:24 PMThird and final single is here, touch of the neofolk off it. https://youtu.be/EOHWBHazNx8
I think this is the best Darkest Era song I've ever heard. You've really tapped into something on this one. The music and Krum's vocals have never fused so well together as here. It's just perfect to these ears. Chapeau.
Thanks Chris, it's not up there with early Putrefy but we're trying ;)
It's an avenue I want to explore a bit more. This record wasn't a huge departure but I think it shows the direction of (if slow moving) travel.
🤣🤣 Always the same. Not sure why mention Putrefy - i was in them but not my band and absolutely no love for anybody connected with that band. Only shit band that would have me when serving my 25year scene sentence lol!
Stay classy🤘
Alan, if we're such a dogshit band why did you come back into this thread? Have you nothing better to do?
Intriguing you know my name? It is a public forum, i seen a thread about a band i have opinions on, so i shared them! Problem?
Any beef you had with Putrefy (i would say Jason and Connor?) was certainly nothing to do with me as i had long since left, and they are long since dead, so enjoy flogging that very dead horse.
#youliketostartshitdontyou
p.s. I didnt say you were dogshit at all - just very average in comparison to contemporaries. Like majority of bands from Ireland. And do i have nothing better to do? Nah, and after years of saying nowt.........thats out the f@£king window now let me tell ya😀🤘
Quote from: Nomad on December 05, 2022, 07:31:40 PMIt's an avenue I want to explore a bit more. This record wasn't a huge departure but I think it shows the direction of (if slow moving) travel.
Sure there's no rush. Anyway, it certainly sounds like ye could find very fertile ground down that avenue.
Chapeau? What's that, like slang for fair play?
Quote from: BoobC on December 04, 2022, 01:05:08 PMLiving since Aug last year, here til Aug 24. Not much in the way of guitar bands here, it's all electronic stuff in Delhi. Managed to see Kilter (Imperial Triumphant's drummer) and Godless (Bangalore DM), who were tight, professional but not really my bag.
No way man, that's a bit of a change. Enjoy!