Mgła - Exercises In Futility

K i'm going to give it another point after another listen, simply because i understand more why people would like it. But its just not my style, a bit too uplifting maybe

Written by [user id=136611] on 03.03.2016 at 23:06

K i'm going to give it another point after another listen, simply because i understand more why people would like it. But its just not my style, a bit too uplifting maybe

too "fluffy"?

Written by Karlabos on 03.03.2016 at 23:26

Written by [user id=136611] on 03.03.2016 at 23:06

K i'm going to give it another point after another listen, simply because i understand more why people would like it. But its just not my style, a bit too uplifting maybe

too "fluffy"?

Too cute and fluffy

Written by tea[m]ster on 01.03.2016 at 22:53

What is with black metal and non-existent bass. This sound is way to "fluffy". I like the riffs and melodies but there just isn't enough "oomph".

Someone needs a little Oranssi Pazuzu in their life

Friggin excellent album, going to buy this. Actually one of the best black metal albums I've ever heard! Also, that riff in song number 5, holy shit I lose my mind everytime I listen to it!

I'm addicted to this album

Written by Copernicus on 10.06.2016 at 16:18

I'm addicted to this album

Dont worry, it will wear off.

Decent/average black metal. Was fun enough to listen to, but didn't blow my mind.

Mgla's popularity: black metal's biggest mystery.

Written by [user id=4365] on 27.07.2016 at 13:04

Mgla's popularity: black metal's biggest mystery.

Yeah, even M. himself is surprised at how far things have gone

I feel like something must have happened at some point to warrant it. Even if they were really good I would still be surprised at their fame. If one of the members had murdered Erik Danielsson or something I could understand it all but they don't seem to be a newsworthy band as such.

Written by [user id=4365] on 27.07.2016 at 13:58

I feel like something must have happened at some point to warrant it. Even if they were really good I would still be surprised at their fame. If one of the members had murdered Erik Danielsson or something I could understand it all but they don't seem to be a newsworthy band as such.

I guess the main reason behind this hype is that so many people are sick of listening to shoegaze/ambient shit under the name of black metal. Mgla do not try spectacular/innovative things in their music, instead they just focus on "trve black metal ist krieg!!!" thing which is very rare in recent years. The same argument can also be said for Inquisition; their songs are direct and have little variation yet so catchy in a way.

Simply, people likes good music

Written by [user id=4365] on 27.07.2016 at 13:58

If one of the members had murdered Erik Danielsson...

One can only hope
(I actually don't know if he's all that bad of a guy, but from his interviews he seems like a self-important schlong-head, which is incredible seeing as how he's from a very average black metal band)

I don't listen BM but this is gold. I listen hard rock, nu metal, heavy, progressive but this cd is my one of the best ever. I did not know what was going on when I listened to this album. I was shocked that this is such a good. Azazing band. And that drums. Maciej "Darkside" Kowalski destroyed my brain. Good job!!!

Very good album!! I would say: one of the classical BM releases. It reminds me the best Norwegian BM style and mood like early Ulver, Darkthrone or Burzum. It is dark and raw and it contains lots of melodies at the same time. It is more complex than it seems for the first time. Impressive stuff!

Exercises in Futility IV is pretty great. Overall it's a lot better than I remember it being, but it's still a bit surprising it exploded to the extent it did. I guess it's pretty accessible for BM and does things pretty much by the book

Eh, it's fine.
Yes, it took me aeons to give this album a proper listening. It's nothing more than "good" black metal. By the numbers but very solid. Life they are pretty great though.

This album is massive! Yeah, there's nothing progressive. Mgla's music is following black metal standards, but this is not about those things, it's about overall atmosphere. And overall feel is almost horrific, but with magnetic power. With really great lyrics. Nihilistic essence without embellishment, nothing pandering what can make it all easier for a listener. For me Exercises In Futility V is best for sure. Ending is like slithering to a black hole of emptiness. And With Hearts Towards None VII best song from Mgla.

I'm only surprised about this album having such a broad appeal that extends beyond black metal. Within black metal itself, this is one of the greatest albums of the last ten years or so. Its atmosphere, clearly, but also the melodicism too; it's quite a melodic album to listen to and experience.

What not many people bother to mention are the incredible lyrics. They're philosophical, unique and just bizarre enough to hold the attention in their own right. Combined with the music it's a knock-out blow.

One other thing that surprises me is that there are people out there who feel that it's mediocre... I couldn't think of anything less mediocre.

Hell, if you know a better drummer, please give me a name!

This album RIPS. I don't know how you could call a track like IV "boring".

Awesome riffs, that are well layered with leads. FANTASTIC drumming, especially the cymbal work. Good production (I agree it could be a little more bass heavy). Very satisfying listen.

Yes this band delivers some of the best standard black metal in the business right now.

UADA exists, so Mgla might as well not.

Written by Mercurial on 12.12.2019 at 17:43

UADA exists, so Mgla might as well not.

I find it strange that you enjoy UADA with this much disdain for Mgla, they're very similar IMO. Mgla has better guitar tone/atmosphere IMO. Weird coincidence too as I am just about finished my first play through of "Cult Of A Dying Sun".

Written by Mercurial on 12.12.2019 at 17:43

UADA exists, so Mgla might as well not.

I curse your entire bloodline

Written by Mercurial on 12.12.2019 at 17:43

UADA exists, so Mgla might as well not.

Uada wouldn't exist, had it not been for Mgla. Nothing wrong with Uada (apart from the fact that they are hipster wimps), but it's like saying that Barren Earth exists, so Opeth might as well not.

Seen Uada a couple of times live, and my God are they boring and like Nikarg said "hipster wimps" Mgla is so much more riveting both live and on album.