Valhall – Skymningsdjur (Digital/CD Album – Artoffact)
Swedish duo Valhall has released a number of works since their formation in 2012, becoming a staple on the Artoffact Records roster.
With this new album, they continue to delve into their unique and original take on Electro. Their sound remains enigmatic, shaped by a blend of contrasting atmospheres—drifting somewhere between Space-Pop and darker, Cinematic realms. The vocal work is especially diverse, ranging from robotic tones to angelic harmonies, often delivered as a beautifully matched duo. At times subdued and mysterious, the music draws you in with its subtle power—that’s precisely the strength of both the band and this new opus.
This is a rich, mature album marked by variety and depth—highly recommended. (Rating:8).
Listen to “Nocturnal Eyes”:
About Valhall
Valhall is a Swedish duo initiated in early 2012, mixing Witch House, Wave, Neofolk and Dark Electronics. Their second album, “Grimoire”, was followed a year later by the remix edition “Grim/More”, featuring reworks from Artoffact labelmates Seeming, Ritualz and Glass Apple Bonzai among others.
“Neversleep” followed in September 2021 on Toronto-based Artoffact Records, preceded by the singles “Slithering” and others. “Skymningsdjur” is the band’s newest album, again released through Artoffact.
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