Sky void of stars (CD, fra Katatonia

Sky Void of Stars' by Katatonia is being released in a jewel case.

KATATONIA from Sweden continue their captivating journey through dark realms and present their twelfth studio album, 'Sky Void of Stars' (20.01.2023), with their Napalm Records debut. Formed in 1991, KATATONIA has undergone a development over the course of over 30 years that continually reveals new and exciting facets while still bearing the unmistakable, delicate signature of Jonas Renkse, Anders Nyström, and Co. With a interplay that oscillates between light and darkness, KATATONIA has created their own unique form of artistic expression, which is celebrated by fans and critics alike worldwide. From doom to death metal to intense post-rock, the Swedes explore sonic spheres and unite the best aspects of their career. With their previous album, 'City Burials' (2020), which reached #6 on the German album charts, the band once again demonstrated their skill and now deliver the next milestone of an incomparable career with 'Sky Void of Stars'. KATATONIA pierce through the darkness and showcase their unique, atmospheric sound on eleven new tracks, all written by Jonas Renkse. The album opener, 'Austerity', appropriately introduces the new work and captivates with sophisticated riffs that create an unforgettable and poignant rhythm. Together with Renkse's dark, hypnotizing voice and captivating lyrics, the album envelops the listener like an all-encompassing veil, revealing a world far from the earthly. In tracks like 'Opaline' or the atmospheric 'Drab Moon', KATATONIA manifests their melancholic sound, while the doom metal roots accentuate the fragile 'Impermanence'. Like dark stars, the songs shine in the firmament and create an enchanting experience with haunting refrains, while drums and heavy riffs underline the familiar dark sound. With 'Birds', the musicians strike a fast, electrifying sound that inevitably grabs attention, while 'Atrium' slows down the tempo but doesn't lose any intensity. The constant evolution as well as the outstanding sense for songs that speak directly to the soul still make KATATONIA one of the most exciting acts in the scene. The band orbits their musical values and simultaneously reflects years of expertise and a spirit of discovery with 'Sky Void of Stars': 'Already one of the best doom albums of 2023!'