Double Horse Unleashes “Diablerie” — A Gritty Doom Metal Ritual from Valencia’s Darkest Cultists
Out from the shadowy depths of Valencia, Double Horse has summoned forth Diablerie, their second full-length album that delves into the darkest corners of doom metal. With themes steeped in occult rituals, black magic, and gritty 70s stoner doom, Diablerie is a raw, hypnotic offering that echoes with the heavy, fuzz-soaked sounds of genre pioneers like Electric Wizard, Acid King, Dopelord, and Monolord. The album, now streaming on all major platforms, feels more like a dark ritual than a simple collection of tracks—a mystical journey through doom and psychedelia that any true metalhead will recognize as powerful and wholly unique.
Diablerie doesn’t just dip a toe into the macabre; it plunges listeners headfirst into a realm of fuzz-laden riffs, spine-chilling melodies, and bone-shaking bass that paints the sonic landscapes of sorcery and sacrifice. The album opens with a wall of thick, overdriven guitars that instantly bring to mind the darkest corners of 70s doom. But Double Horse doesn’t stop at imitation; they build upon those foundations to create an atmosphere that’s uniquely theirs, laced with gritty textures and occult imagery that seduce listeners into a dark, slow-burn trance.
Each member of Double Horse brings a unique touch to Diablerie’s formidable sound. The guitars howl with murky distortion, capturing the raw tone and haunting melodies that are staples of doom. The bass pulses with a dark energy, grounding each track in a subterranean rumble that feels both ancient and timeless. Meanwhile, the drum work is relentless and hypnotic, pushing the album’s momentum forward with a force that’s as deliberate as it is thunderous. The vocals, echoing from a shadowy realm, infuse each song with an eerie, spellbinding quality that completes the album’s ritualistic feel.
Highlights on Diablerie include “Ritual Flame,” a track that encapsulates Double Horse’s balance of psychedelic exploration and crushing doom. The song unfolds like an incantation, with riffs that swell and recede, echoing with the energy of a haunting spell. Then there’s “Blood Moon Sacrifice,” a slow, heavy opus that takes its time, stretching out into deep, reverberating grooves that transport listeners to a hazy, otherworldly plane. Diablerie builds a cohesive experience where each track adds to the dark narrative, drawing listeners deeper into the album’s supernatural underworld.
With Diablerie, Double Horse has solidified their place as a powerful force in the doom metal scene, creating a sound that feels both classic and fresh. For those drawn to dark magic, occult lore, and the raw power of doom metal, this album is a must-listen. Prepare to descend into the ritual and lose yourself in Double Horse’s haunting, stoner doom masterpiece.
