Urn formed in Finland in the mid-1990s
and has remained a steadfast presence in the underground blackened thrash and
heavy metal circles. Originally emerging with a raw and unrelenting sound tied
closely to early Bathory, Motörhead, and Venom influences,
Urn gradually evolved across the years, refining their aggression while
retaining a hellish aura and old-school spirit. Over time, the band’s output
has taken on a sharper sense of structure, and their devotion to metallic
tradition has kept them aligned with labels such as Iron Pegasus and
later Osmose Productions, through which they released “The Burning”,
“Iron Will Of Power”, and now “Demon Steel”, their seventh full-length.
“Demon
Steel” continues Urn's unwavering march through the flames, delivering a
scorched and furious metal album steeped in tradition. The band draws deeply
from the darker edge of heavy and thrash metal with blackened intent, producing
a sound that feels ancient yet restless. The vocals remain scathing and sharp,
while the riffs move with a direct and often pummeling energy. Drumming keeps a
steady and destructive momentum, alternating between head-on attacks and
moments that edge into classic metal rhythm. The overall mix emphasizes raw
power over modern clarity, and the mood stays dark and unforgiving from start
to finish.
The songs
speak to chaos, possession, inner darkness, and infernal warfare. While the
tones shift from furious to mid-paced and eerie, the direction never strays
from its black flame. The title “Demon Steel” is well chosen—it sounds forged
in sulfur and old steel, meant for a listener who values tradition with no
compromise. There is no softness or deviation here, only fire and iron. “Demon
Steel” is a firm continuation of Urn’s vision—harsh, traditional, and
without illusion.
Score: 7.5/10
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