Graumahd – “S/T ” – [Hauruck]

Max Level   11/29/2006   7-inch, A Library

From Austria comes this trio of acoustic guitarists and their Black Forest brand of dark folk music. They have connections to other bands such as Der Blutharsch and Sturmpercht if that tells you anything. Graumahd’s guitar parts are simple, restrained, and effective, and that instrumentality is what catches my ear since everything is in German and I have no idea what the songs are about. In addition to the three guitars, there are a few percussion touches, and guests on flute and cello. Exotic sounds here, all quite nice.