Zyklon
"Aeon"
(Candlelight)
The accolades are plentiful, the possibilities are endless, Norway's Zyklon arrive with critical album number two. Escalating the extremity factor, "Aeon" gives witness to equal measure death and black metal. But, as those who know Zyklon's sound can attest, so much more can and will be found
within. Guitarist Samoth and drummer Trym together with guitarist Destructhor and new vocalist/bassist Secthdamon bestow an incredulously cold and calculated metal, a sound that is light years apaprt from the duo's later Emperial days. And as monumental as 2001's "World ov Worms" was ("a mighty, snarling beast," said Malcome Dome/Metal Is, "an apocalyptic masterpiece," said All Music Guide), "Aeon" righteously confirms that Zyklon has truly arrived and is intent on running the long game. Founded in 1998, it was evident from the start that Zyklon was to be more than just a side project for the then Emperor guitarist and drummer. "World ov Worms" was released to critical acclaim while the band immediately hit the touring circut, securing the coveted slot on Morbid Angel's World Gateway's tour. With "Aeon," the band again plans extensive touring with US dates already expected for late fall.
