Mayhem / The Meads of Asphodel - _Freezing Moon, Carnage / Jihad_
(Supernal Music, 2003)
by: Pedro Azevedo (7 out of 10)
Originally released in 10" picture vinyl only, this collaboration
between Mayhem and The Meads of Asphodel now receives the compact disc
treatment -- to the delight of those who were so far unable to find
it. This CD version comes with two extra tracks by The Meads of
Asphodel (one of which a Hawkwind cover), meaning their eclectic work
now spans the split's first six cuts, while Mayhem contribute with
just "Freezing Moon" and "Carnage" (advertised as the only studio
recordings by their 'classic' line-up in existence). Considering the
already vastly different musical styles on offer here, this further
imbalance in terms of quantity means the two Mayhem tracks tacked onto
the end of _Jihad_ and its respective bonuses fit about as
comfortably as a dislocated shoulder -- but who said splits ought to
be evenly styled and balanced throughout? Indeed, this contrast
enhances the musty, underground feeling of the Mayhem tracks,
complementing the sophisticated and inventive work by The Meads of
Asphodel. This split effect always works best on vinyl, where you have
two physically separate sides, but not all is lost in converting it
into CD. If you are a Mayhem or The Meads of Asphodel nut and haven't
got this yet, then buy now; otherwise, this is not the best place
to start looking into either band.
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