Happy melodies, kitschy pathos, and drinking tunes to sing along – you won’t find these Pagan Metal attributes on this release. Omen breathes a lot of hearty and demanding draft, a nice portion of heaviness as well as variation.

Interim, the guys take care of contained, calm sequences, whereby the band is supported by a string ensemble. Consequently, the opener Seeking For The Past gets introduced and enriched in very emotional manner.
In addition, some more formative characteristics like intense screeches, German lyrics and nicely built-up suspense form the sound. Sometimes, the acoustic guitar takes on the lead like at the beginning of the track Die Das Licht Nie Sehen Werden, which knows to elate with raging vocals and a felicitous rhythm. Every now and then I am reminded of the similar acting band Riger because of the battlesome atmosphere. Eminently the whispered voice builds up a likewise mood. In this regard, I appreciate the unloading title track with its calm beginning, fierce basis structure, rhythmic catchiness and an expanded relaxing part.
Many rhythms invite to shake one’s leg and the thoughtful parts demand full attention. On these grounds, aggressive amusement and melodic pretension are well balanced.

Obtrusive ear candies do not show up on this release, AHNENGRAB set their focus on substance and long-term-effect. I definitely cherish this approach so that Omen pleases me with a vehement drive.