Il mattino della follia

Following the monumental “Divora i figli”, released on CD by Darkwoods in 2019, Italy's Ars Manifestia return with “Il mattino della follia”, an album that marks a significant turning point in the project's journey, with Harmful venturing into new territory while remaining firmly rooted in the unmistakable creative universe that has always defined Ars Manifestia. Across four expansive compositions, the Italian musician blends the essence of black metal with a far stronger emphasis on atmospheric passages, carefully crafted melodies and clean vocals, broadening the album's expressive range while presenting a different, yet instantly recognisable, side of the project.

Without abandoning the darkness or intensity that have characterised Ars Manifestia since its inception, “Il mattino della follia” embraces expansive, ever-evolving song structures, shifting effortlessly between moments of crushing heaviness and passages of deep introspection to create an experience rich in nuance and atmosphere. A fascinating new perspective for those who appreciated “Divora i figli” and wish to discover another facet of Ars Manifestia's sonic universe. Highly recommended for fans of Mortuary Drape, Opera IX, Necromass and Khephra.