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Alright, folks, buckle up for a ride through the darkest alleys of history, where reality meets horror. Dutch blackened death metal band Misanthropia has just dropped their latest single, and trust me, it's not for the faint of heart. Their new video, "River Dumplings", is based on a story so gruesome that even Victorian England would shiver in its boots. The track is from their acclaimed album Envy The Dead, which is already making waves via Wormholedeath.
Let me set the scene for you: imagine foggy streets, shadowy figures, and a woman named Amelia Dyer—a name that probably won't ring a bell for most, but should. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill Victorian tale of candlelit streets and lace-clad heroines. Nope, this is the dark underbelly, where monsters wear aprons, not fangs.
Dyer, a trained nurse, found herself at the heart of a twisted practice known as "baby farming." She was supposed to care for infants, but for three long decades, she did the unthinkable. Instead of protecting them, she let hundreds of babies die through starvation, neglect, and something even worse—murder. The cherry on top of this macabre sundae? She would bundle these tiny victims and toss them into rivers as if they were nothing more than trash. Pretty horrific, right?
But here’s where it gets really unsettling. The video hints at something more sinister in those murky waters. Were there creatures down there—beasts born of her evil, or something even older? You’ve heard the saying, "Not all monsters look like monsters." Well, this is a prime example. Dyer didn’t just wear the face of a woman; she wore the mask of trust.
Curious? Horrified? Yeah, I was too. Watch the bone-chilling "River Dumplings" video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcaXugSZJrk
Envy The Dead isn’t just another metal album. Oh no, this is a dark, grim concept piece that dives into historical horrors like Jack The Ripper and—get this—necromancy. You’ve got everything from blackened fury to death metal aggression, all served up on a platter of bone-rattling riffs. If you were hoping for symphonic elements, don’t hold your breath. Misanthropia’s shifted gears toward a more progressive Death/Thrash vibe, giving nods to legends like Dimmu Borgir, Cradle of Filth, and Necrophobic. It's like a punch to the gut wrapped in poetic darkness.
Behind the soundboard? None other than Mike Wead (Mercyful Fate, King Diamond). When you hear the production, you’ll understand why that name alone should have you sold.
This crew? Absolutely killer. Here’s who’s responsible for dragging you into this sonic abyss:
- Bram Koller on rhythm guitars and vocals. The man knows how to throw down some serious dark energy.
- Dennis Schoenmaker handling both rhythm and lead guitars. The riffs are thick and unforgiving.
- Pepijn Heilbron on bass, bringing the rumbling low-end that hits like an earthquake.
- Hugo de Waal on drums, pounding away like a man possessed.
These guys don’t just play music—they invoke it.
If you’re into historical horror and heavy, face-melting metal, then Envy The Dead is the album for you. Misanthropia didn’t just create an album—they created a haunting experience that’ll stay with you long after the final track fades out. And "River Dumplings"? It’s the kind of song that reminds you just how deep evil can go—both musically and narratively.
So what are you waiting for? Go stream Envy The Dead and let the darkness consume you. Just don’t blame me if you start seeing shadows in the water afterward.
Links:
Spotify: MisanthropiaSpotify
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