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In some cases, split releases do compile together random acts who have little to do with each other. But in some (rare) cases, the end result bears a greater purpose, forging an alliance in darkness if you will. Such is the case here with cult black/doom/progressive Sicilian act SINOATH, sharing this highly collectable piece of wax with fellow countrymen MALAURIU.
Both bands don’t just share Sicilian origins. Besides, compared to SINOATH whose never-ending quest started all the way back to 1990 MALAURIU is a rather ‘new’, if quite productive with already two full-lenght and a whole lot of EP and demos under its belt, act, having being active for ‘only’ ten years. So one could also argue that stylistically speaking, the two are quite different: whereas MALAURIU is more or less acquainted with black-metal, albeit a quite experimental version of it, SINOATH sound is far more old-school oriented, if as everchanging. Yet both acts are all about pushing boundaries and following a very personal path.
MŮRA. The only band of its kind in the Czech music scene. This brooding death/doom metal ensemble got together in Prague in 2020 and immediately scored with all death/doom worshippers. Their successful EP "Doom Invocations and Narcotic Rituals" was released one year later on the American label Caligari Records. MŮRA will impress you with their creeping brand of doom metal, which offers a very wide overlap into old school death metal and true heinous black metal. Although there are some faster parts as well, the band keeps the tempo mostly slow and the music has all the necessary ingredients; varied rhythms, long drawn out gloomy guitar riffs, and subtle licks that contribute unobtrusive but impressive melodies. All this is dominated by morbid vocals reciting dismal lyrics.
The B-side of the vinyl version contains bonus material from the debut demo "Doom Invocations and Narcotic Rituals".
The band’s 2 rock solid demo tapes + the track of the split 7’’ with Gouffre available on CD for the first time. All tracks have been mastered by Herjan of Heidens Art for this release.
After 2 rock solid demo tapes and a split 7’’ with Gouffre, the band pushes things one step further and brilliantly combines rawness and maturity. All tracks are exclusive. Playing time: 34+ minutes. Phlegethon’s Majesty is part of the Ancient Hounds and shares members with Crypts of Wallachia, Selenite Scrolls, Orkblut, Mischievous Wraith and Regnum Tenebrarum.
Finnish black metal is an acquired taste. It's chaotic, noisy and pure evil.
This is a more mature release musically. The song structures have come a long way since Satanic Black Devotion, but still maintain everything this band is known for. There is definitely more of the signature intertwining guitar work, that weaves in and out amongst the chaos of the drums and ghastly vocals. It's that guitar work that takes the listener for an emotional roller coaster, especially on songs like "Burning Voice of Adoration", which has the ability to stir up absolute sadness and sorrow.
As for production, the formula is still the same. Turn everything up beyond reason and comprehension, almost to a breaking point. Seriously, prolonged exposure to this will probably make your houseplants wilt and die.
Re-issue, 500x heavyweight marble milky clear with black 12" (180g) in a microtene innerbag, printed innersleeve, full-color on 220g carton, poster A2 full-color printed on 150g art-paper, jacket full-color printed on 350g carton, all assembled in a plastic overbag.
High Roller Records, reissue 2025, slipcase, 16 page booklet, remastered by Patrick W. Engel/ Temple of Disharmony
CD in deluxe Digipak printed on unfinished, heavy card stock with 16-page booklet printed on offset paper.
DRUDKH is a venerated entity in the realm of atmospheric and pagan black metal. Renowned for their evocative storytelling and profound musical compositions, DRUDKH stands as a paragon of artistic depth, seamlessly melding the corporeal with the ethereal.
With ‘Shadow Play’, DRUDKH offers a mesmerizing odyssey through themes of exile, the cyclical dance of life and death, and a poignant yearning for one's origins. An album which invites you into a realm where silence battles storm, and light intertwines with shadow. A 6-track journey - "Scattering the Ashes" stirs the soul with its introspective melancholy, while “April” envelops you in a meditative trance. The narrative evolves with “The Exile”, capturing the essence of displacement, and continues with the poignant echoes in “Fallen Blossom”. “The Eve” stands as a meditative contemplation on life’s fleeting beauty, and the expansive “The Thirst” culminates this exploration with a profound reflection on human yearning.
‘Shadow Play’ is an evocative experience that challenges you to confront your shadows and revel in the intricate dance of light and dark. Let DRUDKH’s newest release illuminate your path through the bleak human experience.
For fans of AGALLOCH, WINTERFYLLETH, SAOR.
“Coloured Funeral” is one of the most complex releases of early 90's death metal, certainly a cornerstone release for all fans, which needs more attention than it gets in time. It's a classic masterpiece without compromise that defines why old school death metal was unique and intelligent music.
Recorded and mixed by Colin Richardson in 1993, this album brings some of the best technical and slightly progressive death metal, with a clean and powerful production.
You find some progressive elements but it's a vicious and aggressive old school death metal gem.
This is intense brutality of the highest rank, a mind-blowing piece of real unholy Death Metal forever written in extreme metal history!
Re-issue, completely updated layout with a new mastering, CD in a jewel case, 20 page booklet full colours on 135g paper, sealed.
Originally released by Tatra Productions in 2022, here comes an official reissue on 6 panels digipak format
200 copies edition
