Northern Silence

This work of somber yet savage lycanthropy springs from the dark mind of Balam, best known for Pestilential Shadows. Rift first tentatively bayed at the moon in 2006 with the EP, ‘Eyes of the Basilisk’. Soon after in 2007, ‘To Quench the Thirst of Wolves’ was recorded but Rift lay like the beast, sleeping in the shadows – waiting for the lunar call to awaken in 2021 and finally be completed with the addition of vocals by A.S (Order of Orias). Now a duo, Rift is a beast that bares its jaws to the night sky with a sublime, seductive splendor; a howling madrigal of supremely epic and atmospheric, melodic Black Metal that ebbs and flows with a brooding menace while the vocals of A.S unleash a wolven savagery that simmers with a primal urge for blood. All framed by a somber tenebrous dusk, so evocative of the night, which blooms with magnificent full moon splendor as choral passages swell and soar, while atmospheric interludes beckon the darkest spectres and most unholy lusts that linger in the night while Rift thematically delves into the supernatural world, predominately lycanthropy and the legend of the werewolf.

Limited to 300 copies.

Comes with printed innersleeve, download and two stickers.

Reissue of the band's second album from 2007 in 4-panel digipack, limited to 500 copies.

Reissue of the band's third album from 2012 in 6-panel digipack, limited to 500 copies.

Collector's Edition in 6-panel digisleeve, limited to 500 copies.

Ser is the project that eventually developed into the Depressive Black Metal cult act Sadness. As the definitive highlight in the project's history, "In Fade of Memories" is both an epic and monumental creation of Depressive Black Metal and Dark Ambient/Dungeon Synth as well as a very noteworthy release in the prolific artist's entire discography. In his own words: "This is the most important album to me of everything I've done."

Includes a printed innersleeve and download, limited to 199x bone/swamp green swirl vinyl.

Svet is a Hellenic Black Metal solo-project formed in 2018 by Athanasios Papangelis. The name means „Light“ in Russian. Svet's music is mostly atmospheric with melancholic and depressive melodies. The lyrics are based on the spiritual journey of man from darkness to light and towards self-knowledge and freedom, having as main idea the allegory of Plato's cave and the ancient Hellenic philosophy in general.

Comes in 4-panel digipack, limited to 500 copies.

Cineastre is a German Black Metal and Dark Folk project that was brought to life in 2018 by Wintergeist. The lyrics deal with themes of romanticism - longing, nature-mysticism and folklore. It is music meant to touch the soul, reaching to depict the beauty of poetry, dark woodland and the scents of nature. After two demos, three split-releases and four years of work Cineastre signed to Northern Silence Productions, and the band finally reveals their first selftitled debut album.

The Cromworx debut album contains previously unreleased early keyboard attempts (he really calls them attempts!!) of the Orkrist keyboard player. Out of these compositions some songs were adapted for Crom's primary band Orkrist ("Sword and Sorcery" - album "Reginae Mysterium” 2002 "The Fall of Gil-Galad" and "Grond" - album "Grond" 2003, "Where the Knights Sleep, Undying" - album "Artefacts of Life" 2020).

The songs from the original Cromworx set remained untouched for 22 years and were authentically recorded only in 2022, on a keyboard with 1.44" floppy disc mechanism and no professional production in any studio. Apart from minor re-arrangements and a few added vocals the songs remain in their original form.

Collector's Edition in 4-panel digipack with 12-page booklet, limited to 500 copies.

Skratte was founded as a solo-project by Hevnbrann in 2012 in order to materialize his musical vision. Inspired by the coldness and brutality of Norwegian Black Metal as well as the characteristic versatility and harmonious playing of the French, Skratte combines the most diverse elements and motives in its distinct sounds.

While “Akt I” still had more of a classic, melodic Black Metal orientation with Folk elements, Hevnbrann allows “Akt II” to rise up against the boundaries of conventional Folk Black Metal, often crossing them and merging furious Black Metal with epic male vocals, Gothic Rock reminiscences, monumental acoustic arrangements and melancholic violins into a totally unique soundscape that reaches out to listeners and then draws them in relentlessly.

Thematically, “Akt II” gives a voice to the nature spirits and accompanies them on an emotional journey that takes them ever onwards, struggling and striving against the turmoil of today’s world.

Includes a 2-sided A3 poster and download, Yellow vinyl with red splatter.

"The Candlelight Tomes" is the next album that reveals the new map installment in Gelure's world, Vrodonoth. Journey with the Secluded Wizard through this newly uncovered territory as he maps this world of ancient magick, deep mystical forests and glorious saga-engraved dwarven fortresses.

The continent of Vrodonoth has several species living on it, primarily the races of Men, Dwarves and Halflings. Situated just to the east of Akûlon, listeners may observe both maps of Akûlon and Vrodonoth (each included with the respective DigiCD) and journey through this vibrant world with the music painting each step of the way.

Follow the Secluded Wizard as he shares his tome-bound knowledge with the listener; travelling through candlelit dungeons, frosted ice meadows, vibrant deep-oaken woodlands, ancient bygone halls, withered ruins and much more.

Comes with etched b-side, printed innersleeve, logo sticker & download, Red/bone swirl vinyl.

The concept of Bilwis comprises old European fairy tales and myths, clothing them in a garment of raw, yet melodic and atmospheric Black Metal  with German lyrics - a journey to the world of forgotten dreams, wolves, ghosts, dwarfs, mermaids, trolls, elves, vampires & giants.

Comes with printed innersleeve, logo sticker & download, Gold/brown swirl vinyl.

Bilwis is a Melodic Black Metal solo-project from Germany. The concept of Bilwis comprises old European fairy tales and myths, clothing them in a garment of raw, yet melodic and atmospheric Black Metal with German lyrics - a journey to the world of forgotten dreams, wolves, ghosts, dwarfs, mermaids, trolls, elves, vampires & giants.

Collector's Edition in Digipack with 12-page fold-out booklet with the lyrics on one side and a map of the territory on the other, limited to 500 copies.

While “Chapter One” told about a group of adventurers and their travel to distant Valdura, “Chapter Two” focuses on the arrival of Aryun and his companions in that mythical realm. Unexpectedly drawn into a long simmering conflict between the corrupt government and the resistance in Valdura’s capital Tordal, they meet the female resistance leader Tabe who informs them of the plight they just encountered.

For songwriter Erech the six songs on “Chapter Two” are the logical continuation of the music on the debut, with perhaps a bit less overall focus on straightforward melodic Black Metal and instead playing with influences from Power Metal and atmospheric Black Metal sprinkled with classic Folk songwriting. To that end, and more often than on the debut, the throaty, intoxicating voice of Circe takes center stage besides the raspy Black Metal vocals of Erech, and there she truly shines.

Collector's Edition in 6-panel Digipack, limited to 500 copies.

Ancient Mastery was founded in late 2020 by sole member Erech (Grandeur, Narzissus, Carathis, Golden Blood, Haunted Palace) to give home to the ancient tales of the mythical realm Valdura, Ancient Mastery delivers Epic Black Metal with symphonic undertones.

The Chosen One combines straightforward melodic Black Metal riffing, triumphant synths and folkish tunes with pop aesthesia, which is amplified by the chthonian timbre of his companion Circe.

Collector's Edition in Digipack with 12-page fold-out booklet with the lyrics on one side and a map of the territory on the other, limited to 500 copies.

Founded in late 2020 by sole member Erech to give home to the ancient tales of the mythical realm Valdura, Ancient Mastery delivers Epic/Melodic Black Metal with symphonic undertones. On his albums mastermind Erech combines melodic Black Metal riffing, triumphant synths and folkish tunes with occasional pop aesthesia, which is amplified by the chthonian timbre of his companion Circe.

Chapter One, telling the story of a group of adventurers and their travel to distant Valdura, originally released on CD by the Chinese label Pest Productions, is now re-released by Northern Silence in a fully enhanced version with new artwork and layout, including the previously unreleased bonus track “The Ballad of Tiga & Az’daerul”.

Collector's Edition in 6-panel Digipack, limited to 500 handnumbered copies.

Nietzsche's Zarathustra created the mountain beneath him where he could only teach himself. He went down among the people in this infinite joy. But still he returned and plunged into the Gogolian depths of desperation. He left his work to the world, just as Gogol let the dead souls be lost among the flames. Joy and loneliness were both present on the mountain, where Zarathustra finally found nothing but himself.

Includes the original 3 track EP + two bonus tracks and comes with printed innersleeve and & download, 199x red/black marble vinyl.

Gatefold cover, A2 poster & download, 199x sea blue vinyl

Re-press, gatefold, red/gold half & half vinyl, limited to 250 copies, incl. download.

Comes in gatefold cover, incl. bonus track, printed innersleeve, 24" x 24" poster, logo sticker and download, limited to 222 copies on glow-in-the-dark vinyl.

4th edition, limited to 299 copies on purple vinyl

Nietzsche's Zarathustra created the mountain beneath him where he could only teach himself. He went down among the people in this infinite joy. But still he returned and plunged into the Gogolian depths of desperation. He left his work to the world, just as Gogol let the dead souls be lost among the flames. Joy and loneliness were both present on the mountain, where Zarathustra finally found nothing but himself.

Gatefold, incl. download,199x transparent green/black marble

With their 4th album "Heralds Of Strife", Vallendusk created a triumphant and uplifting album that is more optimistic in approach and delivery than your average Black Metal release. The songs are classic-styled Melodic Black Metal, but with a modern, somewhat brighter sheen than normal, allowing the band to bring in their own personality and individuality, distinct from so many others.

Exactly 10 years after its original release in October 2012, BELENOS' out-of-print 5th album "Yen Sonn Gardis" is re-released in 6-panel digipack, incl. bonus track (Emperor cover), limited to 500 copies.