EP Review: Rioghan - Blackened Sky (2021)
Picture Credit: Rioghan Rioghan - Blackened Sky Release Date: March 10, 2021 Label: Inverse Records Format: Digital Length: 14:55 Genre: Alternative Rock / Prog Metal Origin: Lapua , Finland Rioghan is the solo project by Lapua's Rioghan Darcy . Formed in 2019, now the first EP "Blackened Sky" is out via Inverse Records. On four tracks the artists presents a versatile collection of different styles and genres. The two most consistent features are a smooth darkness that reminds of velvet, and the impressive voice by Rioghan Darcy . It is therefore easier to review this EP song by song. The opening track 'Hollowness' (video above) is a calm and acoustic folk tune. Accompanied by piano and atmospheric synthetic sounds, Rioghan presents herself as a soulful singer and songwriter. The second song 'Enough' (BC link below) however, is a powerful and massive mix of Prog Metal, Alternative Rock and Gothic. Driven by a heavy rhythm, Rioghan creates a rough and yet ...