After a run at Maryland Deathfest last month, Icelandic post-metal spellweavers Solstafir have released the title track from their new album Otta, which is due out September 2nd via Season of Mist. At nearly ten minutes, 'Otta' (the song) sees the return of the band's characteristic distortion-free heaviness - and the delicate atmospheric textures that the band have been perfecting since 2009's magical Köld. But as violins layer over gently sung vocals and clean guitar near the end, it's clear that Otta may see the band embark in a decidedly more post-rock direction, away from the more dynamic sound they debuted on previous records.
Regardless of whether or not the song is indicative of what the new record will sound like, Otta sounds great. You can stream it on Stereogum here.
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