Fimbul - Vinterland (Demo Review)

Tracklist:

1. Vinterland               

2. I de norske skoger              

3. Nattevandring                     

4. Stillhet

This is the first release from the raw Norwegian solo project Fimbul helmed by Ramn, this demo was released in 1995 and is one of only two actual releases from this project.

This demo features some very pronounced influences, specifically from Darkthrone as much of the vocal and riff work is very reminiscent of albums such as A Blaze in the Northern Sky and perhaps Transilvanian Hunger, although it is far harsher here.

I was actually pleasantly surprised by how well drums were used in this release, the track Nattevandring utilised some very powerful snare work that gave the track a sense of force and motion.

The final track on the album also displays great musicianship, Stillhet is an instrumental keyboard track that gives the demo’s conclusion a very cold atmospheric feel that was sublime.

Overall I would say this is a superb release, and I am eagerly anticipating the upcoming new material from the Fimbul project due to be released later this year.

Listen To The Demo Here.