There is good material on this record, but you have to work too hard to find it.

Vergence will find a home in any death-doom fan’s collection.

Everything here has been done better by countless other bands.

Atavisma have a tremendous album in The Chthonic Rituals, as it shows a young band with boundless potential and a great sound.

These demented souls from Germany have grabbed my attention, gained my respect, and earned themselves a new fan.

A very solid album, its heavy and aggressive but still has a dark and unique atmosphere.

Powerful and accessible, as well as being distinctly their own.

Like a fine wine, the band’s genius has only grown with time.