Nightside is an evolution of GRIMA’s signature sound—expansive yet intimate, raw yet elegantly structured. From the opening moments of “Intro (Cult),” the album beckons listeners into a world of Siberian mysticism. Towering walls of sound, melancholic melodies, and a deep reverence for nature define the album, making it a worthy successor to Frostbitten and Will of the Primordial.
Tracks like “Flight of the Silver Storm” and the title track, “The Nightside,” showcase GRIMA at their most grandiose, weaving intricate tremolo-picked melodies with a ghostly atmosphere. Meanwhile, the more direct “Beyond the Dark Horizon” and “Curse of the Void” strike with sharpened precision, embodying the icy fury of second-wave black metal without losing GRIMA’s characteristic depth.
The album’s lead single, “Skull Gatherers,” stands out as a highlight—its mesmerizing blend of blackened folk and atmospheric grandeur is amplified by the haunting bayan (Russian accordion), giving the track a chilling, ceremonial air. In contrast, “Impending Death Premonition” surprises with death metal-like growls, adding another layer of aggression to the band’s sonic arsenal.
Produced, mixed, and mastered by black metal maestro Vladimir Lehtinen, Nightside possesses an impeccable balance between clarity and frostbitten rawness. The guitars, helmed by the enigmatic duo Vilhelm and Morbius, carve through the mix with a blend of sorrowful leads and thunderous riffs, while the session contributions from Vlad (drums) and Serpentum (guitars) bolster the album’s dynamic energy. Vilhelm’s tortured, ethereal vocals soar over the compositions, painting vivid pictures of nature’s wrath and transcendence.
From its chilling intro to the closing echoes of “Outro (Memories of a Forgotten Home),” Nightside is a journey through darkness, beauty, and the sacred solitude of the Siberian wilds. GRIMA’s ability to craft deeply immersive soundscapes while retaining the visceral intensity of black metal sets them apart in the modern scene. Fans of Wolves in the Throne Room, Drudkh, and Mgła will find Nightside an essential listen—a breathtaking, spiritual odyssey that lingers long after the final note fades.
Nightside tracklisting:
1. Intro (Cult)
2. Beyond the Dark Horizon
3. Flight of the Silver Storm
4. Skull Gatherers
5. Impending Death Premonition
6. The Nightside
7. Where We Are Lost
8. Curse of the Void
9. Mist and Fog
10. Outro (Memories of a Forgotten Home)
Nightside will be available in the following formats:
1LP Gatefold NIGHT BLUE – limited to 300 copies worldwide (Napalm Records Mailorder only) – SOLD OUT!
Vinyl BLACK + Cover Shirt Bundle
1LP Gatefold BLACK
1 CD Digisleeve
Digital Album
GRIMA Live 2025
25.04.2025 DE – Lichtenfels / Ragnarök Festival
27.04.2025 AT – Vienna / Viper Room
28.04.2025 HU – Budapest / Dürer Kert
29.04.2025 RO – Timișoara / M2
30.04.2025 RO – Cluj Napoca / Hardward Pub
01.05.2025 RO – Bucharest / Fabrica
02.05.2025 BG – Sofia / Live & Loud
03.05.2025 GR – Thessaloniki / 8ball
04.05.2025 GR – Athens / Arch Club – Live Stage
06.05.2025 TR – Istanbul / Dorock
08.05.2025 GR – Larisa / Skyland
09.05.2025 RS – Belgrade / Dom Omladine
10.05.2025 SI – Ljubljana / Menza pri Koritu
11.05.2025 CZ – Brno / Melodka
13.05.2025 PL – Krakow / Gwarek
14.05.2025 PL – Wrocław / Liverpool
15.05.2025 CZ – Praha / Vagon
16.05.2025 DE – Leipzig / Hellraiser
17.05.2025 DE – Weiher / Music Hall
18.05.2025 DE – Kassel / Goldgrube
21.05.2025 DE – Magdeburg / Factory
22.05.2025 DE – Frankfurt a. M. / Nachtleben
23.05.2025 NL – Haarlem / Patronaat
24.05.2025 BE – Liège / TBA
25.05.2025 GB – London / Underworld Camden
27.05.2025 GB – Glasgow / Ivory Blacks
28.05.2025 GB – Manchester / Rebellion
30.05.2025 DE – Munich / Backstage Halle
31.05.2025 DE – Hamburg / Kulturpalast
22.06.2025 FR – Clisson / Hellfest
GRIMA is:
Vilhelm – vocals, guitars
Morbius – guitars
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Source: www.antiheromagazine.com
