VELES (Graveland) - Black Hateful Metal (12" PICTURE DISC)
Poland | Black
Detailed Description
Reissue of the seminal 1997 second album from Poland’s black metal scene, presented on heavyweight 250g picture disc vinyl and housed in a black die-cut outer jacket.
Black Hateful Metal by VELES radiates an eerie and unsettling aura that captures the listener from the very first note. The guitar work is sharp and biting, cutting through the mix with precision and leaving a raw, lasting impression. Drums strike with quick, calculated bursts that enhance the tension, while the vocals deliver an unrestrained and human presence, brimming with primal emotion.
Amid the aggression, moments of atmospheric beauty emerge through sparse keyboard passages and acoustic folk-tinged interludes. These brief shifts in tone feel like glimpses into a shadowed and distant world, providing contrast and deepening the album’s chilling atmosphere. The unpolished production enhances its authenticity, giving the music a sense of urgency and unfiltered intent.
The record flows with chaotic energy yet remains grounded in deliberate musicianship. Riffs intertwine with a dynamic rhythm section to form a sound that is fierce, focused, and uncompromising. Black Hateful Metal stands as a work of cold intensity, offering an unforgettable black metal experience for those who seek both raw power and haunting atmosphere.
