Hey everyone, Sean from the Black Metal Archives! Today, we’re diving deeper into the cosmic realms of black metal with Crow Black Sky’s most recent release, Sidereal Light, Vol. Two. This South African band has been crafting their unique sound since 2009, and their newest album, released on October 3, 2023, takes us on an interstellar journey through the universe’s origins and the future of civilizations.

Each track is a deep dive into cosmic themes, blending atmospheric black metal with progressive elements.

The album opens with The Blinding Might of Creation which sets a triumphant tone with major keys and shimmering synths, deviating from traditional black metal’s frosty tremolos.

With Starlight in Our Eyes continues this journey, featuring uplifting melodies that evoke the vastness of space.

The Sapien Shadow offers a more introspective experience, with complex arrangements and a guitar solo by Justin Ross that adds depth to the track.

The album concludes with Omniscient encapsulating the band’s cosmic themes with ethereal soundscapes and intricate instrumentation.

The band’s evolution towards a more progressive and vibrant sound is evident in this release, with blackened elements still predominant but complemented by moments of major keys and uplifting melodies.

Sidereal Light, Vol. Two is available for streaming and purchase on their Bandcamp page.

If you’re a fan of atmospheric and progressive black metal with cosmic themes, this album is definitely worth a listen. Thank you for reading, and until next time, keep that the blackmetal atmosphere alive!