Though I have neglected to write about this German black metal outfit, Nocte Obducta’s albums Naktar: Teil 1 and 2 have been getting regular spins from me for sometime now. As a band, Nocte Obducta took a somewhat experimental approach to black metal, focusing on melody and technicality in lieu of traditional minimalism.

Born as Desihra, Nocte Obducta released their first full-length album in 1999 and six more since then. Much of the lyrical content of the band is rooted in traditional German poetry, nature and to some extent depression. In 2006 the band announced their split but released an album in 2008, mostly containing previously recorded drums and guitars. Nocte Obucta has, without ideology or prejudice, revolutionized black-metal- solidifying it once again, as many of the greats have before, an indefinable art medium. 

Dekadent From: Slovenia   Discography: “Manifestation of Seasonal Bleeding” (2006), “The Deliverance Of The Fall” (200*)   Dekadent is a symphonic black metal band formed in 2005 and signed to Pentacle Music. Currently, Dekadent is:   Artur Felicjan- vocals, guitar, bass, programming Bostjan Ivancic- guitar Andraz Krpic-drums Valentina Lacovich- vocals   Dekadent, besides having an all-star line up, are really an atmospheric and inviting band to listen too. They challenge the listener playing up the symphonic elements until you are just comfortable, and then drop you into a blistering firestorm of harsh vocals and relentless guitars. “The Deliverance Of The Fall” offered one of the most fulfilling album listens I have had in a while. Dekadent will suit fans of Mogart and Nocte Obducta.