Finnish bands often spread a dark, mystical and overwhelming atmosphere – and so it does SAATTUE, delivering a sweeping piece of music with their debut Jäähyvästi.
The mostly very broad and long songs are much thrilling because of their detailed build-up – sometimes some keyboard interplays, gorgeous acoustic guitar parts and a perfectly integrated female voice flash through. But SAATTUE do not exaggerate any stylistic device, so that Jäähyvästi is not clichéd at all! Singer T. Koskinen enormously enthuses with his Finnish sung lyrics. Partly growling, partly performing with clear voice – earthy, powerful and avoiding too much pathos. The composition Vieraaseen Multaan combines the two vocal acrobats and sluggish Doom Metal with elegiac guitar harmonies and dolce acoustic elements perfectly – a real delight!
I would describe this work’s sentiment as melancholic but far away from being depressed – a wonderful CD to enjoy life and nature while taking a walk…