HER OWN WORLD - The Queen

2024-10-19 / khocico / Reads: 676

HER OWN WORLD’s latest single, "The Queen," makes a bold statement in both sound and visuals. As the band continues to carve out its own path in the music world, with performances at major festivals and international recognition, this new release showcases the very essence of their signature style—dynamic, intense,...

S.K.E.T -Empires Fall

2024-05-19 / khocico / Reads: 1274

S.K.E.T has always held a special place as my favorite project, ever since I first encountered "Zond" and witnessed their performance at Forms of Hands. Their style is undeniably expressive, characterized by an unapologetic approach where every element, from the combination of sounds to the melodic maneuvers, is executed with...

C Z A R I N A

2024-03-07 / khocico / Reads: 1133

I must admit that I hadn't heard about Vero Faye Kitsuné's C Z A R I N A project until I noticed it on this year's Castle Party lineup. After delving into her music and biography, I was incredibly impressed by how many artistic realms one person can excel in....

Ductape - Anafor

2024-02-03 / khocico / Reads: 884

The fact that Ductape are skilled at creating an incredible atmosphere—emotionally, spiritually, and dynamically, with a danceable vibe packed with cool electronics, synthesizers, and cold breezes—is well-known. I personally witnessed their enchanting and mesmerizing stage presence in Prague during last year's Prague Gothic Treffen. They seamlessly blend fire and...

Abu Nein- II

2024-01-04 / khocico / Reads: 1508

Listening to the new Abu Nein is akin to entering a dream, where tales of magical creatures unfold, immersing oneself in the "silva rerum" comprised of sounds, words, and images that shape their songs. The ephemeral, hypnotic tracks (such as "The Tower" and "Ways To Burn") or the absolute dance...

FRETT - "NOTTWO"

2023-12-27 / khocico / Reads: 1134

The album 'NOTTWO' by Anna Frett and Maciek Frett set to release on October 27, 2023, is an incredible masterpiece defined by its contrasts. It interweaves warmth with cold, dynamics with sharpness, melorecitation with a strong beat, captivating passages with high-energy hits, and features Ania's mystical, warm, and enchanting vocals...