Midnatt Skräckfylld Förtjusning Review
Midnatt
Skräckfylld Förtjusning
Jawbreaker Records
2026
There’s something exciting about going in completely blind on a band, and that’s exactly where we find ourselves with Midnatt and their full-length debut, on Jawbreaker Records, “Skräckfylld Förtjusning”. We missed their first two releases, so this record serves as our introduction to the band’s world with no expectations, no preconceived notions, just pure discovery.
Right out of the gate, “Skräckfylld Förtjusning” plants its flag firmly in classic New Wave of British Heavy Metal territory. Think twin-guitar harmonies, galloping rhythms, and a raw, no-frills production – think early Iron Maiden. Midnatt aren’t trying to reinvent the wheel here. What they are doing is paying sincere homage to a sound that’s been inspiring Metalheads for over four decades.
The riffs are sharp and purposeful, driven by that familiar, almost triumphant energy that defined the early ‘80s underground. Nothing feels forced. The band clearly understands the DNA of NWOBHM, lean song structures, hooky choruses, and plenty of melody layered over crunchy, straightforward riffing.
One of the more intriguing aspects is that all the lyrics are performed in the band’s native tongue - Swedish. For those of us who don’t speak the language, it creates a barrier. We’d love to dig deeper into the themes and stories they’re telling, but instead, we’re left interpreting emotion through delivery and atmosphere alone. That said, sometimes not understanding the words adds a certain mystique. The vocals become another instrument, urgent, melodic, and commanding.
Musically, the band stays true to tradition. The rhythm section locks in with a driving pulse, keeping things tight and energetic without overcomplicating arrangements. The guitar work is the real star here, weaving harmonies and throwing in tasteful leads that never drift into self-indulgence. There’s a workmanlike quality to the songwriting: solid structures, memorable riffs, and choruses that feel built for fist-pumping live settings.
For fans who crave the classic sound, those who still spin their old-school Heavy Metal records and never tire of harmonized leads and galloping rhythms, Midnatt absolutely has something to offer. This debut may not shatter ceilings, but it stands tall within its chosen lane, delivering honest, riff-driven Heavy Metal with heart.
Standouts – “Sfinxen”, “Satán” and “För Evigt Märkt”