Slægt have never made a secret of their dark methodology. With a name that translates from Danish literally as “lineage”, the Copenhagen collective thrive on distilling favourite elements from their forbears in heavy music. Back when frontman Asrok was the sole member, it was all about the raw hatred of ’90s black metal. As they’ve expanded into a four-piece, however, so too has their sound to incorporate the swashbuckle and swagger of the NWOBHM. Embracing the esotericism of that retro-revivalist blend while maintaining a zero-fat focus on raising horns and banging heads, fourth album Goddess is their most compelling to date. It still takes a little navigation to find your way in, mind. Head-spinning opener Deceived By An Amethyst blends proggy m...
