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MEDIA FEEDBACK for "Thunder City":

90 / 100
➤ "... the musicianship is endearingly raw, with almost whispered cleans that tend toward melodic overlays, gritty guitar work and occasional horror-score keyboards … in the emphasis on straightforward catchiness, one can even detect a hint of post-Ghost appeal style … the songwriting have a niche Metal charm that is hard to resist …"
(The Metal Archives)

4 / 5
➤ "This one caught me by surprise … very raw and unadulterated ore of classic Heavy Metal … definitely has some DNA from protean stuff like Mercyful fate or even Venom … theatrical vibe, like something from Stormwitch or Cloven Hoof … rough, strained voice—like if Quorthon was a bit better … this is a band to check out …"
(The Metal Crypt)

8,7 / 10
➤ "... appealing songwriting ... a lot of depth ... a lot of underground charm ... pleasantly minimalistic ... the opener 'Witch's Brew' embodies classic Teutonic steel of early Accept ... a rustic Bathory charm throughout, really very pleasant ... exciting and melodic songs that inspire atmospherically and melodically ..."
(Zephyr's Odem)

8,5 / 10
➤ "... one of the best records in 2023 ... with a permanent aura of darkness ... the devilish voice fits the atmosphere perfectly ... the macabre synthesizer, which is omnipresent throughout the album, is irresistible ... the ability to create choruses that stay in our memory is undeniable ..."
(Queens Of Steel)

8 / 10
➤ "… a real talent who deserves your attention … peculiar and yet utterly compelling in its macabre wonder … pure, lethal and at times foreboding Heavy Metal summed up by the majestic ‘Swamp Sacrifice’, which boasts the fluidity and spectral nature of Ghost … a dimension of shadows and spectre worth visiting …"
(Metal Forces)

8 / 10
➤ "BLOOD PYTHON's second album will again divide listeners into delighted traditionalists and believers in modernity. 'Thunder City' has charm and warmth because it doesn't claim perfection, but creates metal from the gut and the heart."
(Soundmagnet)

7,8 / 10
➤ "... mystical choruses praising the master of the night, an ode to the occult ... an interesting album, with guitar solos, ghostly refrains and the eerie keyboards that are the trademark. If you're a fan of traditional heavy music, you'll love this album."
(Metallerium)

76 / 100
➤ "... a bit of that smoked out energy walking into this slightly more neon-lit, bordering on glam-rock graveyard ... a spooky piece of a second LP ... memorable songwriting that focuses on raw and rambunctious melodies, a series of decent lead guitar hooks and breathy vocals illuminated by oddly overwrought keyboards and ghostly choruses whenever a chorus is called for ... the effect is surreal in its tranquillity ... there's enough cleverness in this work that I enjoyed this album ..."
(Mystification Zine)

7,5 / 10
➤ "… simple but effective riffs and catchy solos … especially atmospheric, discreet keyboards in the background, which provide a gloomy atmosphere … epic choirs and acoustic guitars … theatrical vocals, which are often performed in multiple voices, mostly in a medium pitch and often a bit rough … cool doom riffs and some New Wave Of British Heavy Metal-like twinleads ... production sounds nice old analog, very appropriate to the gloomy mood ... oddball old school Metal album ... like it well!"
(Crossfire Webzine)

7,5 / 10
➤ "... absolutely good ... with a strong 80s sound impact ... hearty mixture of classic Metal, occult doomy darkness and a good shot of epic ... sound technically flawlessly produced ..."
(Rock Castle Franken)

➤ "… this new album just takes things to the next level - both in terms of music and lyrics … so we are dealing with a very talented one-man band - and one of the kind I would definitely recommend …"
(Rancor Metalzine)

➤ "The songs exude a charm that surrounds the dark aura ... can satisfy many hearts ... a very own, rich, powerful Heavy Metal sound ... a really interesting Heavy Metal band for those who like traditional sounds ... spicy to wholly savory to fullest deliciousness ..."
(Noisewriter)

➤ "This is a creator that knows his way around early 80's traditional Heavy Metal for sure … the somewhat closed in mix that has been applied also gives the material the proper sound aesthetics of the time, comparable to the kind of albums released by cult labels such as Mausoleum Records and Black Dragon Records back in the day … to seek out by those who love and treasure early 80's traditional Heavy Metal and who enjoy this specific style as well as the sound aesthetics you generally found among the underground metal bands some 40 years ago."
(The Viking In The Wilderness)

➤ "... excellent grasp of traditional-Metal form and function ... has the potential to be a Norwegian classic ... an album that scrapes close to the edge of excellence and should definitely make a name for itself among Norwegian fans of 80s narrative Metal ..."
(Metallurgi)

➤ "... an impressive work ... the dark mysticism and 80s vibes make it a must for fans of Occult Rock and traditional Heavy Metal ..."
(AM:plified Mag)

➤ "... what BLOOD PYTHON really does is create atmosphere! The album is imbued with a darkness, an unpolished underground aura ... carries the gloom/horror heritage well, tidy, no frills ... should be given a chance ..."
(Forgotten Scroll)

➤ "… the debut album is also definitely capable of something - but this new album just takes things to the next level - both in terms of the music and the lyrics … a stronger version … a very talented one-man band - and one of the kind I would definitely recommend that you give a listen …"
(Metaltone DK)

➤ "... influences of early Death SS, Cloven Hoof, Angel Witch, Heavy Load, Mercyful Fate and Venom, led by a raw, weak and tortured voice, into a musical melting pot of considerable appeal ... 'raw' and essential, but imbued with a distinct dark and primal charm ... evocative and solemn spirit ..."
(Metal IT)

➤ "... an extremely successful second album that catapults the band into the ranks of the most promising occult Heavy Metal acts ... catchy and captivating ... the lyrical depth testifies to a serious examination of the themes ... a real enrichment for lovers of dark but rousing Heavy Metal ... shows that BLOOD PYTHON can still achieve a lot in the Metal scene ... impressive ..."
(BlattTurbo)

➤ "When it comes to the fascinating world of Heavy Metal, there are always a few hidden gems that deserve to be discovered. One of them is definitely the Norwegian band BLOOD PYTHON ... deeply rooted in the tradition of NWOBHM ... but also combining elements of Occult Rock and traditional Heavy Metal, which makes for a unique and dark vibe. You can literally feel the influence of the 80s, but at the same time the music is fresh and modern ..."
(Metaller DE)

➤ "There are records where you know after just one listen that this is going to be a long-term love affair ... unique … impressively demonstrate how to celebrate cliché-free, powerful and captivating Occult Heavy Metal in an authentic way. Fans of legends like Mercyful Fate, Angel Witch or Pagan Altar will definitely appreciate 'Thunder City'. Enjoy this record in the dark, light a candle and treat yourself to a glass of dry red wine."
(Epic Metal Blog)

➤ "… deeply offensive that none of the obvious suspects have snapped this band up for a full-package record release … absolutely amazing … there are some strange as hell iconoclastic records on this end of year list, but none of them match BLOOD PYTHON for sheer uniqueness of sound … what if Eternal Champion really wanted to go all in on their synth influences, but didn’t own any synths, could only rent them for 20 second intervals, and were really into atmospheric Black Metal? What if Ghost were huge fans of 1940s pulp magazine stories and needed a few Manowar riffs per song? What if Warlord was really, really into film score soundscapes and Blade Runner? … I am absolutely obsessed …"
(Invisible Oranges)

➤ "… teleported here from the 1980s, a cross between Lemmy and King Diamond without make-up … Occult Metal in the wake of Manilla Road, Angel Witch, Pagan Altar, etc. … typically heavy guitars, organ inserts and a voice more than ever suited to the genre, complete with a 'booming' effect … interesting … the riffs are always good … an sabbath in the forest on in some secret dungeon, an ode to dark pagan deities …"
(The Murder Inn)

➤ "... eerie flair ... gloom is in the foreground ... perfectly suitable for going along ... the imaginative guitar playing is given a lot of space ... exciting thing BLOOD PYTHON knows how to send a shiver or two down your spine in a successful way ..."
(Metalmamas Neuigkeiten)

➤ "... emphatic immersion in the past ... that eerie-sounding organ! It really turns me on, I spontaneously become a fan ... the tempo remains mostly low to medium-fast, so that the atmospheric, dark effects can come into their own ... this is the kind of music I loved in the 1980s: this doomy Heavy Metal, menacing, gloomy and yet so catchy. Yes, it's still an absolute guilty pleasure today!"
(Wings Of Death)

➤ "Get ready to enter the depths of the occult side of Heavy Metal … with incredibly memorable riffs, this headbanger leaves listeners wanting more … great …"
(Wanna Hear A Great Song Today?)

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