Blutsauger is a black metal duo from Italy, a
country often overlooked in the genre but with a dedicated underground scene.
Formed in the early 2020s, the band draws its name from folklore surrounding
Nosferatu and bloodsucking figures of Central and Eastern Europe. Their music
reflects this imagery: stark, violent, and cloaked in darkness. After releasing
a demo in 2021, Blutsauger gained attention
for their raw and uncompromising style, which quickly secured them a deal with De Tenebrarum Principio, a division of ATMF. Their debut full-length, “Nocturnal Blood
Tyrants,” now marks their official arrival, with two more albums already
promised to follow.
“Nocturnal Blood Tyrants” is an unrelenting
dive into raw black metal. Across eight tracks, Blutsauger
channels a sound that is violent and trance-inducing, built on furious
riffs, relentless drumming, and harsh vocals that echo with ancient malice. The
production is raw and stripped-down, amplifying the hostile and suffocating
atmosphere the duo aims to create.
The songs are compact and direct, rarely stretching beyond five minutes, which keeps the intensity constant. Titles such as “Blood Solstice,” “Black Shroud Ritual,” and “Wash Them With Fire” reflect the grim nature of the music, steeped in imagery of violence, ritual, and plague. The last track, “Ausgeblutet,” pushes the album into its darkest depths, offering a lengthier and more oppressive conclusion.
What stands out is the consistency of the vision. Blutsauger is clearly devoted to black metal’s most primitive roots, and they deliver it with conviction. The album balances aggression with an almost hypnotic repetition, creating a destructive and ritualistic atmosphere. Black metallers who worship Marduk, Gorgoroth, and the early ’90s raw sound will find “Nocturnal Blood Tyrants” a strong and faithful continuation of that tradition.
Score: 7.5
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