God Macabre specifically manifests itself here in an aesthetic sphere very much similar to the works of many of the band's aforementioned cohorts. "The Winterlong" stands out due to the integrity of the group's primitive, explosive style that hits homerun after homerun while expanding the notional themes of this style of death metal resourcefully. Many of the riffs strike chords similar to other guitar sequences of the time; the straightforward blasts of breakneck arrangements dripping with the remnants of melodic surfaces and blitzing lashings and beats corresponding to the works of Discharge. What makes the record stand out is the sense of integrity and richness within God Macabre's assault, as the anthems are clever and unforgettably inspiring slabs of ruthless and catchy death metal stuffed with wonderful riffs and a raw, unbeatable sense of concentration while maintaining brutality and hot-bloodedness.

Yet the record incorporates mild traits and themes that greatly enrich the consistency of God Macabre's design. "The Winterlong" boasts slow, melancholic passages within the gloomy atmosphere that wouldn't sound out of place on an early Amorphis release and mellotron sections that add atmospheric depth to the band's many masks. God Macabre's style is clearly extraordinary, one that naturally sways from excellent riffs to memorable choruses and despondent harmonies-perfect examples include "Ashes of Mourning Life" and "Into Nowhere." The growling vocals and performances are equally energetic and enticing; God Macabre sounds raw and animated, cooked in an authentic sound quality customary of the legendary work of Sunlight Studio.