- Country: Greece (Kozani – Western Macedonia)
- Genre: Sludge / Doom Metal
- For fans of: Eyehategod, Conan, Crowbar
Fantom Blood from Kozani present Atonement, a debut that shows Western Macedonia has a lot to give to the heavy sound.
The release came out via Askio Productions, a label that actively supports the heavy sound and helps bands like Fantom Blood bring out the character and the weight of their music.
The record moves through heavy riffs, slow rhythms and a dark atmosphere that pulls you in from the first minute. “Lucid Fire” opens strongly, putting the listener in the band’s mood. “Morbid Call” has that groove that makes you nod your head up and down without realising it, while “Blood” stands out for its faster approach — personally, as Kostas, I especially liked that speed.
“Septic Eyes” shows the album’s darker character, with a steady rhythm and a heaviness that never strays from the style. The guys play sludge/doom and they do it consistently: slow, heavy, full of intensity and atmosphere. For those who love this genre, Atonement has things to offer — and with personality too.
Fantom Blood show they have a clear identity and can evolve even further. Atonement is a very strong first statement from a band that has a lot to say in the Greek heavy sound.
Tracklist:
- Lucid Fire – 03:48
- Morbid Call – 03:56
- Blood – 05:10
- Dimensions Collapsed – 04:24
- A Ritual of Fire – 04:31
- Poisoned Lungs – 04:23
- Septic Eyes – 04:22
- Celestial Light – 03:06
