Tyranny, emerging from Finland, skillfully cultivates an eerie atmosphere and intricate textures in this LP, “Aeons in Tectonic Interment”. This release, a nod to the genre’s roots with Lovecraftian undertones, stands out for its ability to craft a haunting ambience and layer it with complex sonic structures.
Afraid of the Dark?
In the opening track, “Sunless Deluge”, Tyranny expertly weaves an unsettling atmosphere as a squeaky door echoes through a dark corridor, followed by what sounds like the footsteps of an ancient monster dragging chains across the floor. The vocalist’s deep croakings blend seamlessly with deliberate rhythm guitar riffs as the song kicks in.
I’m not gonne lie to you, the first time I heard this album there were times where it scared the crap out of me. But something kept me going, there is some sort of dark thread that pulls on you and drags you in. The deliberate interplay of instruments, from breathy keyboards to howling guitar feedback, adds layers of depth to each composition. Long, stretched-out growls intertwine with dreary leads, creating an oppressive and dark sonic journey. Tyranny’s nuanced approach to funeral doom incorporates intricate textures by blending together instruments with samples and sound effects, which creates a very unique listening experience.
Crushing Atmosphere
This marriage of eerie atmosphere, harsh guitar tones, monstrous growls, sound effects, and complex textures defines the album’s character. In tracks like “The Stygian Enclave”, where feedback, that sounds like someone put the microphone right up to a guitar amp, contributes to the sonic tapestry, and the final piece, “Bells of the Black Basilica”, with its gradual buildup of bell-like guitar notes and emotive soloing, Tyranny demonstrates a keen ability to evoke emotion through sonic complexity.
“Aeons in Tectonic Interment” stands as a testament to Tyranny’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of funeral doom but still stays true to the roots and the essence of the genre. It gives listeners not only a chilling atmosphere but also a journey through intricate musical landscapes. This combination of eerie ambience and complex textures sets the album apart, making it a compelling addition for fans seeking a profound and immersive funeral doom experience.
Monolithic Ritual
The album is extremely monotonous, but something keeps it interesting the whole time. I have no idea what that something is, but I know it’s there. The whole album is almost like one extremely long song with a few stops here and there. Sometimes you’ll hear the same riff playing for what seems like hours, but there is always something interesting going on, there is always something new being layered on top of the repetitive monotony. I feel like with every listen I discover something new hidden among the chaotic depths of all that sound. The album has character, a vision is at play here and a dark one at that.
This is an absolute gem, a must listen for every funeral doom fan out there.
