Lowen – Do Not Go To War With The Demons Of Mazandaran
Church Road Records
10,0/10,0
Brief:
Composed between 977 and 1010 by the famous Persian poet Abul-Qâsem Ferdowsi Tusi, known simply as Ferdowsi, the Shahnameh or Book of Kings is an epic poem of 50,000 couplets and is considered the national epic of Greater Iran. It delves into the mythical and, to some extent, historical narratives of the Persian Empire, from its origins to the Muslim conquest in the 7th century, and is considered a foundational work of Persian culture. One of the many stories from this masterpiece serves as the central inspiration for Do Not Go To War With The Demons Of Mazandaran, the eagerly awaited second album by London-based band Lowen.
Lowen is a London based Middle Eastern progressive doom band comprised of Nina Saeidi on vocals, daf, santoor and more, as well as Shem Lucas on guitar, alongside Cal Constantine on drums and Richard Stevenson on bass when playing live.
Their debut album A Crypt in the Stars was released in 2018 and in 2021 they released a live and improvised acoustic EP entitled Unceasing Lamentations.
Tracklist:
- Corruption on Earth 06:43
- Najang Bah Divhayeh Mazandaran 06:35
- Waging War Against God 05:43
- The Seed That Dreamed Of Its Own Creation 03:26
- May Your Ghost Drink Pure Water 05:28
- Ghazal For The Embrace Of Fire 08:55
Main Focus Tracks:
- Najang Bah Divhayeh Mazandaran 06:35
- Waging War Against God 05:43
- May Your Ghost Drink Pure Water 05:28
- Ghazal For The Embrace Of Fire 08:55
Other Recommended Tracks:
- Corruption on Earth 06:43
- The Seed That Dreamed Of Its Own Creation 03:26
Line-Up:
Nina Saeidi – vocals, folk instruments
Shem Lucas – guitars, bass
Cal Constantine – drums
Richard Stevenson – bass
Comments:
Lowen’s album Do Not Go To War With The Demons Of Mazandaran is a compelling work that expertly blends atmospheric soundscapes with striking instrumentation. The music creates an immersive experience. Each track features a mix of melodic and intense elements, showcasing the band’s versatility. It’s one of the best releases of the year!
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Selected Discography:
A Crypt in the Stars – 2018
Do Not Go to War with the Demons of Mazandaran – 2024
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