“In “The Huntress and Holder of Hands,” Doctrine weave a sonic web that balances the uncanny with the seductive, pulling the listener into a space that feels both intimate and vast. The melody doesn’t seize you instantly; it coils slowly, almost hypnotically, leaving space for the imagination to drift into uncharted terrain and shadowy emotional undercurrents. The vocals, imposing and theatrical, carry a ritualistic weight, as if channeling something ancient and deeply internal. Beneath it all, the rhythm moves with quiet intent—fluid yet controlled—sustaining a tension that never quite breaks, only deepens with each passing moment, inviting repeated listens.”

-Nagamag.com