Hmmm. Calling this music 'extreme' would be very problematic. But since this band is still a part of the metal scene (they are currently signed to Cursed Productions, if I am not mistaken), I guess a small mention is in order. Avernus create a fusion of doom metal, gothic rock and Celtic folk music, and, to speak objectively, they do it pretty well. The problem, of course, is that this stuff is way too soft, tame and 'goody-goody' to appeal to the LARM readers. It lacks any sort of dark atmosphere or bite. The band try to show some drive on "Beautiful Black Heart," but it still comes off as too mundane. On the consolation side, this record would be perfect to put on for the easy-listening purposes when your ignorant girlfriend is around, who for some odd reason just cannot stand you playing your Baltak albums at full volume. Other than that, there is not much use in this music for an extreme metal fan, so be warned.

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