Kvalvaag - Noema

📅 Digital Release: 01/07/2014 | CD Release: 01/07/2014

𝕰𝖒𝖇𝖆𝖗𝖐 𝖔𝖓 𝖆 𝕭𝖑𝖆𝖈𝖐 𝕸𝖊𝖙𝖆𝖑 𝕺𝖉𝖞𝖘𝖘𝖊𝖞: 𝕶𝖛𝖆𝖑𝖛𝖆𝖆𝖌 - "𝕹𝖔𝖊𝖒𝖆"
Immerse yourself in the atmospheric realms crafted by Øyvind Kvalvågnes, the mastermind behind Kvalvaag, as he conjures sounds reminiscent of early Emperor, Troll, and Mysticum. "Noema," the debut album of this solo project, is a sonic journey featuring drums by Ishtar of Dødsfall. Across seven tracks, the album explores atmospheric black metal with a sprinkle of raw intensity.

𝕾𝖔𝖑𝖔 𝕸𝖆𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖗𝖞
Kvalvaag, the brainchild of Øyvind Kvalvågnes, stands as a testament to solo mastery in the black metal domain. Drawing inspiration from the early works of iconic bands like Emperor, Troll, and Mysticum, "Noema" unfolds as a captivating chapter in the annals of atmospheric black metal.

𝕮𝖔𝖑𝖑𝖆𝖇𝖔𝖗𝖆𝖙𝖎𝖛𝖊 𝕰𝖘𝖘𝖊𝖓𝖈𝖊
Featuring the skilled drumming of Ishtar from Dødsfall, "Noema" is a collaborative effort that elevates the sonic landscape. The rhythmic foundation laid by Ishtar adds a layer of intensity, propelling the album through its atmospheric passages and raw sonic spices.

𝕬 𝕵𝖔𝖚𝖗𝖓𝖊𝖞 𝕿𝖍𝖗𝖔𝖚𝖌𝖍 𝕬𝖙𝖒𝖔𝖘𝖕𝖍𝖊𝖗𝖊
The seven tracks of "Noema" guide listeners through a mesmerizing journey within the realms of atmospheric black metal. From ethereal landscapes to raw, untamed expressions, Kvalvaag weaves a tapestry that captures the essence of the genre's diversity.

𝕯𝖊𝖇𝖚𝖙 𝕬𝖑𝖇𝖚𝖒 𝖀𝖓𝖑𝖊𝖆𝖘𝖍𝖊𝖉
Released both digitally and on CD on July 1, 2014, "Noema" is Kvalvaag's inaugural offering to the black metal world. The album marks the beginning of a solo venture that showcases Øyvind Kvalvågnes' ability to craft immersive, evocative soundscapes.

𝕱𝖔𝖗 𝕬𝖙𝖒𝖔𝖘𝖕𝖍𝖊𝖗𝖎𝖈 𝕭𝖑𝖆𝖈𝖐 𝕸𝖊𝖙𝖆𝖑 𝕰𝖓𝖙𝖍𝖚𝖘𝖎𝖆𝖘𝖙𝖘
If atmospheric black metal resonates with your soul, "Noema" by Kvalvaag is a must-have. The album, available in both digital and CD formats, beckons those who seek the atmospheric essence of black metal.

𝕬𝖛𝖆𝖎𝖑𝖆𝖇𝖑𝖊 𝕹𝖔𝖜 - 𝕰𝖒𝖇𝖆𝖗𝖐 𝖔𝖓 𝖙𝖍𝖊 𝕹𝖔𝖊𝖒𝖆 𝕺𝖉𝖞𝖘𝖘𝖊𝖞!

𝕾𝖊𝖈𝖚𝖗𝖊 𝖄𝖔𝖚𝖗 𝕮𝖔𝖕𝖞 - 𝕷𝖊𝖙 𝕶𝖛𝖆𝖑𝖛𝖆𝖆𝖌'𝖘 𝕾𝖔𝖓𝖎𝖈 𝕾𝖕𝖊𝖑𝖑𝖇𝖎𝖓𝖉 𝕭𝖊𝖌𝖎𝖓!

Black and white album cover for "Noema" by Kalskugga, featuring a dark forest scene with an ominous eye in the sky.

TRACKLIST:

1. Vettenatt 05:33
2. Noema 05:06
3. Dystopia Naa 08:34
4. Nibiru 03:54
5. Naar Aske Farger Himmelen Graa 05:21
6. Kingdom Comes (Mysticum cover) 04:59
7. Delirium 06:29

Black and white image of a person standing on a grassy path near utility poles and trees.
Black and white photo of a person standing in a misty forest with tall trees.

Lineup: Kvalvaag: Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Keyboards - Ishtar: Drums

Partly recorded back home between 2013-2014.
Mixed at Ika Kommura Studios, Jun 2013 / May 2014.