Brutal is definitely the word I would use to describe them, and they push this aspect of their music farther than anyone I have heard. I haven't listened to any of their albums all of the way through, but have listened to several songs. I don't dislike them, but I think that I have to warm up to their sound a bit more.
"They Often See Dreams About the Spring" - Drudkh
I think I spoke too soon about there being no warmth in their new album. It is still there, but not to the extent of their previous, more atmospheric releases. As I listen to it more, it sounds to be a blending of their old sound with more traditional cold Black Metal. It sounds most like their Windswept releases to me.
"Exercises in Futility" - Mgla
"Folkfuck Folie" - Peste Noire