Building on the band’s foundations of raw punk energy and atmospheres inspired by their homeland’s rich folklore and history, Undir Köldum Norðumljósum showcases Kælan Mikla’s further incorporation of post-punk hooks and dance beats with cinematic soundscapes and vocals ethereal and haunting. Preceded by the “Sólstöður” and “Ósýnileg” singles, the album also features a guest appearance on the track “Hvítir Sandar” by French post-metal and blackgaze act Alcest, with whom Kælan Mikla toured across Europe in early 2020; the “Ósýnileg” single had premiered as part of a series by Adult Swim in June of this year. Undir Köldum Norðumljósum is due for release on October 15 in digital, CD, and vinyl formats; the album features artwork from renowned graphic design duo Førtifem, best known for having created covers, posters, and merch for the likes of Carpenter Brut, Rammstein, and Emperor. From RE:Gen Magazine.
Released Mid October 2021 by Artoffact Records.
Track Listing:
01. Svört Augu
02. Sólstöður 04:13
03. Örlögin
04. Halastjarnan
05. Ósýnileg 04:06
06. Sírenur
07. Stormurinn
08. Óskasteinar
09. Hvítir Sandar (feat. Alcest)
10. Saman
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