FELLWARDEN
Oathbearer

Fellwarden was a concept forged by The Watcher (Fen, De Arma) back in 2014 to give voice to an epic, exultant form of black metal that nonetheless carries with it echoes of deep lamentation and remembrance. The Watcher’s goal was simple – to tell tales of sacrifice, of long-forgotten heroism and the rearing timelessness of the storm-forged landscape against a backdrop of windswept extreme metal. Fellwarden’s sound is steeped passionate vocals, subtle waves of keyboards, acoustic guitars, booming choirs and powerful riffs, underpinned by a cavernous percussive battery courtesy of Havenless (also of Fen).

Comes in a 6 panel digipak with matt varnish and metallic prints, with artwork from Adam Allain (Fen) and layout by IK (House of Inkantation).

"Wreathed in Mourncloud" is inspired by countless wanderings amongst the crags and fells of England’s Lake District, howls defiance, regret and remembrance to the bitter grey skies. The Watcher has spent the best part of three years painstakingly crafting the material that not only matches the power of its predecessor but takes every aspect of Fellwarden’s sound to the next level.

CD in deluxe gloss 8-panel digipak incl. album artwork, 12-page booklet with lyrics 

Fellwarden, born in 2014 as a solo project by Fen's frontman The Watcher, offers a unique blend of atmospheric black metal influenced by iconic bands like Moonsorrow and classic epic metal acts such as Manowar. With a thematic focus on landscapes, folklore, and mythology, Fellwarden's music aims to immerse listeners in timeless worlds of ancient spirits and tales of sacrifice. Their discography includes two full-length albums, 'Oathbearer' (2017) and 'Wreathed in Mourncloud' (2020), both resonating with themes of honor and integrity. Their latest release, 'Legend,' is a concept album based on David Gemmell's novel, featuring a narrative of duty and resilience. Recorded primarily by The Watcher himself, 'Legend' is a collaborative effort, with contributions from talented musicians like Alasdair Dunn and Mark Harrington, as well as narration by Sean Darling. Each track represents a wall of the fortress from Gemmell's book, enhancing the album's immersive experience. As the dawn breaks on this new chapter, behold the majestic artistry adorning the album's cover, once again crafted by the esteemed artist Kris Vervimp. Let FELLWARDEN's evocative melodies and storytelling prowess carry you away on a journey of epic proportions.