When I first stumbled across the black metal project Burnt Lodge in late 2024 via the album Intergenerational Anamnesis, I was immediately captivated by the project’s focus on historical storytelling and Native North American history. Call me a nerd (and you’d be correct), but I always appreciate when an artist puts care into crafting a cohesive narrative in addition to cool instrumentals. When I received a request from Burnt Lodge’s creator, Xaaynuunaxre, to review his upcoming split with fellow melodic black metal project Veytik, I was intrigued. This was my first introduction to Veytik, a three-person band that focuses on … Continue reading Review: Burnt Lodge & Veytik – Anchors Plunged Off Helluland (Split)