CRAVING · Craving | CD

Jewelcase CD.

Background information about 'Craving'

Craving's self-titled debut is a thunderous declaration of intent that merges the raw power of pagan metal with deeply atmospheric storytelling. This German outfit delivers ten tracks that weave together ancient folklore and modern metal sensibilities, creating something that feels both timeless and urgently contemporary. The album's standout feature is the guest appearances by Helge Stang, former vocalist of Equilibrium, whose distinctive voice adds gravitas to tracks like "Ein Funken Abendrot" and the epic closing number "Lug Und Litanei". The band's ability to shift between aggressive passages and more contemplative moments shows remarkable maturity for a debut release.

What makes this album particularly compelling is how Craving balances brutality with melody, never letting one overshadow the other. Tracks like "Lord Of The Flames" and "Wolfsherz" showcase the band's knack for crafting memorable hooks within a framework of crushing riffs and thunderous drums. The inclusion of Sole Genua on "The Nameless" adds another layer of vocal texture that enriches the album's sonic palette. The production captures the band's live energy while maintaining clarity across all instruments, making this a record that rewards both casual listening and deep exploration.

For fans of: Equilibrium, Finsterforst, Falkenbach, Moonsorrow and Primordial

Track listing

1. Lord Of The Flames
2. By The Blowing Wind
3. The Nameless (Feat. Sole Genua)
4. Leopard
5. Pjecnja O Wjetschjem Olege
6. Revenge
7. Into The Forest
8. Ein Funken Abendrot (Feat. Helge Stang)
9. Wolfsherz
10. Lug Und Litanei (Feat. Helge Stang & Sole Genua)

Manufacturer: Apostasy Records, Tulpenstr.28, 49699 Lindern (Oldenburg), Germany, Contact: apostasyrecords.net