Thronehammer - Usurper of the Oaken Throne

Review by Thanakorn Srigate

Thronehammer's latest album, Usurper of the Oaken Throne, is a powerful and epic journey through the realms of doom metal. The band's sound is heavy and crushing, with thunderous drums, massive guitar riffs, and hauntingly beautiful vocals that soar over the top of the mix. The album is a concept piece, telling the story of a fallen king who seeks to reclaim his throne from the usurper who has taken it from him.

The songs on Usurper of the Oaken Throne are all masterfully crafted, with each track offering something new and exciting. From the opening track, "Behind the Wall of Frost," to the epic closer, "The Road to Hyperborea," the album takes the listener on a journey through a dark and foreboding landscape. The lyrics are poetic and evocative, painting vivid pictures of battles, betrayal, and triumph.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Vasthold," a slow-burning epic that builds to a crushing crescendo. The song features some of the album's most memorable riffs, as well as some of its most hauntingly beautiful moments. Another highlight is "Throne of the Vultures," a track that showcases the band's ability to seamlessly blend elements of doom, sludge, and black metal into a cohesive whole.

Summary by Thanakorn Srigate

Usurper of the Oaken Throne is a triumph of doom metal. It's an album that demands to be listened to from start to finish, and one that will leave a lasting impression on anyone who takes the journey with Thronehammer. Highly recommended for fans of epic, heavy music.