This album`s sound is pretty uncommon. At its core, it is deeplty somber, some might even tinge it as doomy. There is a heavy feeling to it, and the weight is always threatening to overrun you. – Metal Temple
The metallic/non-metallic hybrid that ASTRAYA proposes on Atropine is tremendously indebted by The Gathering, Anathema, Long Distance Calling and the sweet extremisms of Alcest. A gothic dark rock, that laps on post-metal, alternative, melancholic pseudo-metal that appeals so well to the most sensitive souls among us. – Metal Italia
I love this album. It fit`s in very nicely to a genre I do not play very often these days. And I love the long guitar solos, the delicate vocals, the whole construction of each song. – Smorg Magazine
ASTRAYA create impressive tension and emotional build-ups even within short songs. Those who take their time with Atropine will discover many moments that truly get under the skin. – Vampster
Atropine oozes this bleak sadness but one that yearns for the sight of a silver lining. This beautiful ebbing of feelings is truly what makes the music simply breathtaking. Melina Abele is a siren; I am convinced of it. Her voice is alluring and could 100 % lead men to crash their ships upon rocks on the sea. If you need to express the sadness built in your heart, give ASTRAYA a listen. They`ve found the words for you. – Black Angel Promotions
A Theory Of Time is the track I give all the stars to and, as I listen to it for the sixth or seventh time, this album continues to grow on me. This is deep, intriguing and holds the brushes… the brushes that will rythmically paint for you…if you allow them.
– Tasting Notes Podcast
Are you a fan of The Gathering? Then you should definetly check it out. Melina Abele does asuperb job. Her airy vocals suit the rest of the music perfectly. The guitars are treble-heavy, almost black-metal style, that helps the music become a little less pretty and ornate, which I like.
– Scream Mag (Norway)
A treat for all doom and progressive rock fans.
– Rock Hard
From the first second the listener is drawn into a thicket of sound spheres between darkness, melancholy but also strength and hope.
– musikreviews.de
Even if reality in the music industry looks different: with such a debut, as a band you should have a golden future ahead.
– Rock Garage Magazin
A new star in the music heaven.
– Crossfire Metal Webzine
ASTRAYA not only offers food for the ear but also for the brain. – LEGACY
Anyone who appreciates The Gathering from their album If Then Else onwards will undoubtedly also enjoy Myth Of Dike. – Ox-Fanzine
Myth Of Dike is without a doubt a release full of emotions, feelings and many melancholic moments that deserves to find its way into your ears.
– Fatal Underground Fanzine
With this album the band earns attention and commercial success.
– Twilight Magazin
