Aeternum Vale by Baltum

We open our world to you, dear listener. Join us in Aeternum Vale. Each song is a tale, perhaps based on reality, perhaps based on a vile thought or a moment of weakness. Tales of violence and death, tales of revenge and suffering, tales that end with an eternal farewell.

Caminhos Metálicos:
Voted by the staff of Caminhos Metálicos as album of the month for December 2023.
https://www.caminhosmetalicos.com/discodomes/disco-do-mes-dezembro-2023/

Caminhos Metálicos:
Voted by the followers of Caminhos Metálicos for 8th place in the top 20 for 2023.
https://www.caminhosmetalicos.com/disco-do-ano/

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Metallerium Webzine:
“Aeternum Vale” es el primer capítulo en la historia de Baltum en el metal, que deja un gran sabor de boca, ejecutando con una alta calidad lo que es black melódico, una fórmula ya conocida que dejará satisfecho a más de uno.
https://www.metallerium.com/baltum-aeternum-vale-2023

Slavestate Magazine:
Balansen mellan melodeath och dito black metal samt en elak growl som backas upp av kraften från smattrande tvåtakt och blastbeats gör ”Aeternum vale” högst relevant även trettio år efter sin främsta inspirationsperiod. Med en fot i det förflutna och en i 2020-talet, plus en initierad känsla för ett sound som få kan vifta bort, har kvintetten från södra Portugal matchat några av de vinnande komponenterna som ger utslag på undertecknads intressometer.
http://www.slavestate.se/?e=5736

Via Nocturna:
Com fortes bases harmónicas e melódicas em tonalidades extremas de sofrimento e negritude. Uma forma elaborada de construir um black metal impregnado de elementos death metal, sempre com uma desoladora frieza nórdica e sempre com o aspeto melódico a pairar sobre todas as composições.
https://vianocturna2000.blogspot.com/2024/01/reviews-vn2000-world-is-fake-epic-mean.html

Musicngear:
Baltum from Portugal embraces the aggression of melodic black metal while infusing it with some elements of death and thrash metal. Their relentless guitar riffs, thunderous drums, and venomous vocals create a sonic assault that will leave you craving for more. Baltum's music is a testament to the unyielding power of extreme metal.
https://www.musicngear.com/blog/metal-songs-we-loved-january-2024-edition

The Black Planet:
This record encapsulates a plethora of elements conducive to potential success, boasting robust riffs, and elegantly crafted solos, underpinned by the intricate and precise drumming that deftly sets the tempo, whether in the subdued interludes or during the more aggressive passages that demand an impassioned response. The bass, meticulously wrought, also commands attention, while vocalist Sérgio Ramos asserts his prowess, delivering a commanding and enthralling performance.
https://www.theblackplanet.org/review/baltum-aeternum-vale-review/

Arte-Factos:
São hinos negros ideais para um campo de batalha, mas também igualmente adaptáveis para um espaço dentro da nossa cabeça, não menos agitado ou violento que o dito campo. Um disco de peso e simplicidade, mas também de emoções. O black/death metal de cariz melódico estará muito bem entregue por cá, ao ser entregue às mãos dos Baltum.
https://www.arte-factos.net/flash-review/baltum-aeternum-vale/

AMMO:
Viele gute Melodien und Passagen finden sich auf diesem Debütalbum, ein Schuss Melancholie und viel Tempo bestimmen das fetzige Klangbild. Ein Hauch an progressiver Verspieltheit kommt als Kirsche auf dem Kuchen obendrauf. Erst mehrmaliges Hören lässt diese musikalische Perle facettenreich schimmern! Warnung: Suchtgefahr bei wiederholtem Genuss!
https://www.ammo-underground.at/reviews/baltum-aeternum-vale/

Tracklist

1.	Farewell	1:49

2.	Guilty Soul	5:01

3.	Night Stalker	5:11

4.	North Army	5:41

5.	Darkest Corners	5:52

6.	Overlooking Loneliness	5:48

7.	Below the Surface	5:20

8.	Under the Moonlight	5:17

9.	Keeper of Memories	6:48

10.	All that Remains	5:28

Credits

released December 22, 2023

Kenneth - Guitar, Keyboards, Lyrics

Marco - Guitar

Angelo - Drums

Marco Roberto - Bass

S.R - Vocals, Lyrics

Mixing and Mastering: João Ruivo

Multimedia Support: C. Seal Va
North Army Lyric Video: C. Seal Va

Baltum would like to express their gratitude:

Many thanks to our families, for the never ending support and strength they provide us. Thank you João Ruivo for the amazing job on our songs. Big thanks also to C. Seal Va for all the work he does for us. Thank you to all our friends and anyone involved with us and our music, your support is for sure part of this album! Last but not the least, thank you dear listener, for supporting us and carrying our music forth, we hope that you enjoy Aeternum Vale as much as we do.

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