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Do you know that feeling of facing a cold, misty autumn day when you're dressed for it, in all your waterproofs, a good pair of boots, and you can just enjoy the atmosphere? This album is that, but for your ears.
Favorite track: The Rock of the Clyde.
starvynth
"The central component of Scottish lore isn't something unique to Ruadh, given that Saor predates him, but it sounds fresh and vital here, painting pictures in your mind as you listen along to the odes to the landscape and rich history of the glens and fields that have built up over the centuries. It's as if Bob Ross was Scottish and a fan of black metal, so well led you are in picturing the landscapes conjured up by the music."
Tom O'Dell
An album of extraordinary quality that grows with each listen, new nuances revealing themselves every time. It’s simultaneously serene and savage, and carries the mantle of Caledonian Black Metal with righteous aplomb. It’s well worth your time and money; buy this.
Favorite track: Only distant echoes reign (Part 1).
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One-man atmospheric black metal project, Ruadh, return with their sophomore album entitled ‘The Rock of the Clyde’ There will be six tracks of epic, Scottish, atmospheric black metal with folk elements throughout. ‘The Rock of the Clyde’ is an evolution from their debut album ‘Sovereign’. It has a much more melodic feel yet has more visceral elements too. Tom Perrett, hailing from Rutherglen (also known as the red glen) in the central belt of Scotland looks to forge a sound akin to the classics he has always enjoyed such as Bathory, Burzum, Windir and Emperor. Ruadh’s sound will also appeal to fans of newer atmospheric black metal bands such as Saor, Winterfylleth and Panopticon. ‘The Rock of the Clyde’ contains six tracks that are massive in both scope and scale, taking you through the Iron Ages in Scotland. It also explores the history and mythology of the people of Scotland, conveying both sorrow and uplifting, almost heroic tones. Social Media Official Website: https://ruadh.bandcamp.com/releases Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruadhofficial/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruadhofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruadhofficial/
credits
released May 22, 2020
Tom Perrett - All instruments unless stated below
Kim Copland - Bass
Phillip Morrison - Drums
Female vocals by Ceiti
Charcoal Skies overhead
as the dawn surrenders to the cold night
a chill overbearing is felt from within
a failing light is all that's left
the embers of flame that kept us warm
So many secrets hidden in soil
So many bones are buried within
So many souls wander these lands
These lands we call our home.
Enter, the season
bring with you the darkness
the harvest has ended and we must take refuge from the cold
the offerings given to the land that will waken
when the world is reborn.
The Embers of the flame!
A fortress of stone on the banks of the Clyde
casting it's shadow upon river so strong
imposing the landscape a vantage for sight
It stands through time and the changing of hands
The fort of the Britons the seat of the southern kingdom
The Rock of the Clyde
The Rock of the Clyde
"Lost in the memories of long dead bards who's words and stories gave life to this land
Ingrained in our fabric in our nations tale"
A fortress of stone on the banks of the Clyde
casting it's shadow upon river so strong
imposing the landscape a vantage for sight
It stands through time and the changing of hands
The fort of the Britons the seat of the southern kingdom
The Rock of the Clyde
A fortress of stone on the banks of the Clyde
casting it's shadow upon river so strong
imposing the landscape a vantage for sight
It stands through time and the changing of hands
The fort of the Britons the seat in the southern kingdom
The Rock of the Clyde
From ages of iron to modern day it stands atop the river proud
Though many structures have dawned it peaks still it remains unbent by time a monument of the past
the Rock of the Clyde
The fire is lit a log is burning bright
to conquer the darkness and banish evil from sight.
For fortune in the days to come the last light is used
from the year that takes flight.
The old oak that bears mistletoe
blessed by the Gods and given as a gift
to adorn the Pine tree with colours of the moon and stars to represent the fallen as the year comes to a close.
The light of winter, holds.
Voices linger in the gathering dark
telling tales of the land and it's people
to which we hold a spiritual bond unbroken by time
Laying on the hillside
Scattered on the glens
The blissful fields of Heather
for which my soul still yearns
I am born of the soil this land that keeps me close
inside I feel the heartbeat of all that fell before.
Deep in thought I lay
Gazing at the sky
above fields of Heather
are eagles soaring high
A brazen land this is bold with bracken strong
Sorrow held within
And history told in song.
It's purple shimmer glistens among the green landscape bellow
As I gaze upon this plain and it fills my empty soul
Born we are as servants ignorant to the ways of old
Awoken by our need to feel something more than we are told.
I hold my hands to the sky as the rain begins to fall
it's here now I wander listening to the voices from before
here at the fields of heather my spirit is reborn
a cold chill is around us connected to the land
Cold and dark is the forest deep
where souls of the fallen and pride of the nation now sleeps
I hear the pipes are calling
carried by the wind like the leaves in autumn
lost in a drift a powerful sway
like waves crashing to the shore
its stories kept for aeons and its history etched in stone.
Paths now overgrown
retaken by the trees
where our fathers walked
reclaimed by natures growth
seasons pass one to the next our customs wash away
like rain falling from the sky
and all that remains are the stories our elders tell
A sorrow fills my heart as I wander the through woods
A pain is felt within as I walk along the shores
A cold breathe always follows like the ghosts that still remain
Dying to be heard in these empty glens.
Whether by the sword or by the peoples will
A time will come for us to rise again
A crown atop a kings head there will never be but our sons and daughters will be free in the end.
Breath taking is the landscape
release my soul interned
as distant echoes cascade
telling tales of a time we'll never know
Ephemeral we are
The last light burns bright within
and darkness is certain but for a matter of time.
The land that once provided
The forest that was sacred to us all
The trees that carry wisdom
The spear that guarded our homes
the mist upon the landscape
A shroud upon the glens
Can you hear the voices echo
from ages long since past.
Only distant echoes reign
to tell us what of came before
On the wind it sings it's tales
and a sorrow is in it's song.
about
One-man atmospheric black metal project, Ruadh, return with their sophomore album entitled ‘The Rock of the Clyde’ There will be six tracks of epic, Scottish, atmospheric black metal with folk elements throughout. ‘The Rock of the Clyde’ is an evolution from their debut album ‘Sovereign’. It has a much more melodic feel yet has more visceral elements too. Tom Perrett, hailing from Rutherglen (also known as the red glen) in the central belt of Scotland looks to forge a sound akin to the classics he has always enjoyed such as Bathory, Burzum, Windir and Emperor. Ruadh’s sound will also appeal to fans of newer atmospheric black metal bands such as Saor, Winterfylleth and Panopticon. ‘The Rock of the Clyde’ contains six tracks that are massive in both scope and scale, taking you through the Iron Ages in Scotland. It also explores the history and mythology of the people of Scotland, conveying both sorrow and uplifting, almost heroic tones. Social Media Official Website: https://ruadh.bandcamp.com/releases Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruadhofficial/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ruadhofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruadhofficial/
Media feedback
10 / 10
"… an incredible achievement for RUADH … Perrett has struck gold with his evolution … creating a perfect sonic representation of the nation - the brutality of the history of Scotland is omnipresent, as is the great sadness and despair … but more than that, amid the melancholy and Black Metal aggression, there is a very real sense of beauty running throughout 'The Rock Of The Clyde' … this is the most emotionally touching Black Metal album of the year thus far, and a true masterclass of atmospheric Black Metal."
(Distorted Sound)
4,5 / 5
"… a beautiful album … strong empowering atmosphere … powerfully emotive … should be of appeal to fans of bands such as fellow Glaswegians, Saor and Fuath or Manchester’s Winterfylleth … it’s a great listen."
(The Metal Wanderlust)
9 / 10
"… the best Folk infused Metal album (blackened or otherwise) I’ve heard in a long time … if you want to get into Black Metal or Folk Metal this album would be a good start … if you enjoy these genres already, this album needs to be added to your collection immediately."
(Metal Temple)
9 / 10
"Mastermind Tom Perrett once again proves his feeling for great songwriting and an atmospheric density that is second to none ... if you don't just want to consume music, but really want to feel and experience it, you can't go wrong with "The Rock Of The Clyde".
(Route 666)
9 / 10
"Fantastic, absolutely fantastic … really a great album."
(World Of Metal)
4 / 5
"If I had to use two words to describe this, it would be 'Scottish Bathory', which is a bit simplistic, but pretty close … the Folk elements in this are in sounds and melodies, rather than authentic folk instruments, which gives the whole thing an almost Moonsorrow kind of vibe … a band to watch for."
(Metalcrypt)
8,5 / 10
"… acts like Moonsorrow, Sojourner and Viking era Bathory all come to mind … listened to this album numerous times and every time, it has been from start to finish … no skipped tracks, no jumping from one to another … it really sucks you in and just flows from beginning to end … a great sophomore effort and one that I certainly see me listening to a ton in 2020."
(Folkmetal NL)
80 / 100
"… skilfully … sturdy drums, pounding bass lines and always those recurring dreamy guitar lines … the blast parts on 'Fields Of Heather' are so wicked as if the autumn breeze that turned into a powerful gust of wind …"
(Zware Metalen)
8 / 10
"… great sounding atmospheric and folk orientated Black Metal …"
(Occult Black Metal)
8 / 10
"… an uplifting epic release that demonstrates Perrett’s fine ability to reach deep into his country’s history and culture. A welcome second edition."
(Musipedia Of Metal)
8 / 10
"… mix of latter period Skyclad, Messiah-era Candlemass and Viking-style Bathory … excellent great blend of folky melody and downbeat atmosphere …"
(Ave Noctum)
8 / 10
"RUADH's proposal on his second album under the canons of Atmospheric Black Metal is masterful. There is a balance between interpretation and melody that take you on a journey through the forest, showing landscapes that represent that duality between light and darkness … will be to your liking if you are interested in the fusion between Black Metal with other musical influences such as Folk, Symphonic and perhaps Progressive."
(This Is Black Metal)
8 / 10
"… another fantastic record that stands tall amongst Scottish Atmospheric Black Metal … a freezing wander through rocky landscapes and frozen tarns as you reminisce about the struggles of many who dwelled there before … the fusion between classical Folk and glorious atmospheric Black Metal is powerful and this record would appeal to many including those who would not be immediately drawn to extreme Metal in general."
(Cvlt Legion)
8 / 10
"RUADH combine the soaring progressions of classic atmospheric Black Metal with the clarity and rhythm of ancient times, tying it all together with a monstrous barking voicing … music with exceptional ability and intelligence …"
(Chained Disintegration)
12 / 15
"... proves stylistic confidence ... atmospheric Black Metal tracks, which are supplemented with regular Folk inserts in the form of flutes, bouzouki, acoustic guitar, violin and piano."
(Folkmetal AT)
7,5 / 10
"A majestic journey through lands that cry out for freedom and independence."
(The Crying Orc)
7,5 / 10
"… more than sufficient to whet the appetite of black metal fans looking for something captivating and, believe it or not, pleasant."
(The Metal Observer)
7 / 10
"… epic moments that not only show the potential of RUADH but also entertain fabulously ... in its best moments the clear vocals of Tom Perrett awaken memories of Doomsword or Primordial ... if the interplay of melodic guitars, emotional vocals and folky atmosphere is right, RUADH can create goose bumps."
(Metal DE)
3,5 / 5
"… 'The Rock Of The Clyde' will feature among the best Atmospheric Black Metal albums of the year without a shadow of a doubt, proving not only that Tom is thoroughly connected to his Scottish roots, but also that underground Metal music always sounds more compelling and vibrant when its made of Scottish iron."
(The Headbanging Moose)
3 / 5
"… has a great potential … the banner for Scottish Black Metal is being flown high and proud …"
(Fjordhammer)
"The songs are epic – the first four average ten minute apiece – and are great background music for luddites like me … however, take the time to focus and there’s a lot more there … ten minutes is a long time to fill with a piece of music and each of the songs on here is more than just that, it’s a story – and a decent story needs time to be told … I liked this …"
(Moshville)
"… an incredibly listenable album for something so obviously rooted in the extreme … pretty irresistible … does everything with the sure hand of a master craftsman, with the result being a joyous celebration of everything that makes the Black Metal genre so beguiling … great stuff."
(Sentinel Daily)
"… hone in on a Viking-era Bathory vibe, with atmospheric backing choirs supporting a well-delivered baritone … an album of extraordinary quality … grows with each listen, new nuances revealing themselves every time."
(Black Metal Daily)
"… mystic and partly Folk-like parts with strong sounds ... in a really stirring way ... if you want to go on a musical journey to the rough Scottish Highlands, you should let 'The Rock Of The Clyde' take you there - it's worth it!"
(Metalmamas Neuigkeiten)
"… a beautiful example of atmospheric Black Metal, very melodic and not at all 'obscure' like most records of the genre."
(Mister Folk)
"Traditional Melodic Death, atmospheric Death and Celtic Folk leanings inhabit this album in its entirety. At no point does any style come to sound like a gimmick or a stretch too far, it is an interesting mix of styles passionately delivered."
(The Razor's Edge)
"You will feel the beautiful Scottish landscapes and the magic of the nature in an instant … carries a certain melancholy and darkness even though each song will evoke different emotions … definitely recommended to the lovers of this genre as well as to the ones wanting to discover and feel nature through the music … kudos to the band for delivering such beautiful melodies!"
(Tempelores)
"The delicate and powerful features at the same time are broken by an unexpected harsh and strong vocals changing everything … an album that gives the fan a lot of hidden surprises."
(Metal Addicts)
"… an album that exudes Scottish folk influence in a way that doesn’t feel cheap, but it also doesn’t dilute the harsh Black Metal influence too much to say it isn’t there … melodic and atmospheric … plenty of moments of aggression that will leave purists feeling satisfied … I like that this seems to be the future of Black Metal … an honest expression of the influences that shaped a person and them giving back to their home and their heroes …"
(Nine Circles)
"… milestone … atmospheric and melodic … individual and self-confident … highly recommended!"
(Schattenpfade)
"… impressive … a great, rabble rousing album … huge leap forward … "
(Headshot Metal)
"… spectacular … from composition, to songwriting, to dynamics, and beyond … resplendent ebbs and flows abound throughout the five meandering tracks that make up this magnificent effort."
(Hated One)
"Although there are a lot of melodic, atmospheric parts here, there is still room for aggressive, venomous, raw structures on this album, which will surely also satisfy Black Metal purists … if one wants to go to the world of Scottish myths and legends, drink a bottle with an ancient druid and admire the beauty of the land there … 'The Rock Of The Clyde' will be a great travel companion and a great guide."
(Apocalyptic Rites)
"… the whole work can be listened to very willingly … an ideal soundtrack for those who love to wander through woods, mountains and ruins, letting themselves be conquered by music that makes the atmosphere one of its strengths … I felt like going to Scotland."
(The Murder Inn)
credits
released May 22, 2020
Tom Perrett - All instruments unless stated below
Kim Copland - Bass
Phillip Morrison - Drums
Female vocals by Ceiti
RUADH (which is pronounced "Roo-Ah" and translates to "red") is the Atmospheric Black Metal project of Tom Perrett from
Glasgow, Scotland.
Tom was born and raised in one of the oldest Burghs in Scotland, which translates to "The red glen". The derivation of the town's name is unclear but one theory is that the area was once a settlement of Reuther, a Scottish king who ruled between 213 &187 BC....more
supported by 98 fans who also own “The Rock of the Clyde”
I have owned this album for a few days now, and listened to it on repeat. I have no idea what it's about nor what these guys are saying, but my God do I feel hopeful and awesome. Outstanding work, I can't wait for the next one. Marc Alexander Goodwin
