KARG - Resignation · BLACK LP

Black vinyl in gatefold sleeve.

Background information about 'Resignation'

Karg delivers another crushing blow to the soul with "Resignation", a masterpiece that perfectly encapsulates the essence of atmospheric black metal. This German project continues to evolve their sound, weaving together melancholic melodies with raw, uncompromising aggression that hits like a winter storm. The album opens with "Was Bleibt" (What Remains), immediately setting a tone of introspective darkness that permeates every note. The interplay between haunting clean passages and blistering tremolo-picked sections creates an emotional landscape that's both beautiful and devastating.

What makes "Resignation" truly special is how Karg manages to balance brutality with genuine emotional depth. "Ebbe/Flut" (Ebb/Flow) showcases this perfectly, with its tide-like dynamics pulling listeners between moments of crushing heaviness and ethereal calm. The production captures every nuance, from the whispered vocals to the thunderous blast beats, creating an immersive experience that demands repeated listening. "Grab Der Wellen" (Grave of Waves) and "Generation Ohne Abschied" (Generation Without Farewell) close the album with a sense of cathartic release that leaves you emotionally drained yet strangely satisfied.

For fans of:
Harakiri For The Sky, Alcest, Agalloch, Woods Of Desolation, Drudkh

Track listing

A1. Was Bleibt
A2. Ebbe/Flut
B1. Grab Der Wellen
B2. Generation Ohne Abschied

Manufacturer: AOP Records, Auf den Steinen 15, 38723 Seesen, Germany, Contact: www.aoprecords.de