The Estonian black metal band Kõdu has
unleashed the first single from their upcoming full-length title,
to be released in the near future via Antiq Records (more info to
be unveiled soon). As a concept album rooted in Estonian mysticism
and folklore, the new material reinterprets classic second wave
black metal through the lens of synth-driven atmospheres and
orchestral-epic influences.
“Kirjad Sõgedate Külast” might be translated as “”Letters from
the Village of the Witches”. Under the same name exists a work by
Juhan Smuul, the first edition of which was published in 1955. It
consists of eight parts/letters. Later, in 1966, a film titled
“Kirjad Sõgedate Külast” was unveiled, following the action of two
letters — “Ahasute” and “Pühadekari hukumine”.
Influenced by these works, Kõdu promise to unleash a work
steeped in the surreal, infused with twisting narratives, haunting
atmospheres, and the raw intensity of black metal.
