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Shadow Records (distributed and marketed by Regain Records) proudly presents the reissue of Sorhin's debut EP, Skogsgriftens rike on LP and CD formats. Originally released in 1996, Skogsgriftens rike marks the beginning of Sorhin's journey into the pantheon of Swedish black metal, laying the foundation for the cult full-length albums “I det glimrande mörkrets djup” and “Apokalypsens ängel”. Even at this early stage, the band's identity was fully formed, a cold, evocative and unmistakably Nordic vision that would become their enduring hallmark. Nearly thirty years on, Skogsgriftens rike still stands as a monument to the cold majesty of 1990s Swedish black metal, untouched by time, uncompromising in spirit, and as haunting as the northern wilderness that inspired it. Formats: 12" vinyl LP (black vinyl) -Sturdy 300gsm vinyl-sleeve with bronze pantone print -Vinyl insert -Double-sided A2 poster -Limited to 400 copies on black vinyl -CD jewelcase -8 page booklet

Shadow Records (distributed and marketed by Regain Records) proudly presents the reissue of Sorhin's debut EP, Skogsgriftens rike on LP and CD formats. Originally released in 1996, Skogsgriftens rike marks the beginning of Sorhin's journey into the pantheon of Swedish black metal, laying the foundation for the cult full-length albums “I det glimrande mörkrets djup” and “Apokalypsens ängel”. Even at this early stage, the band's identity was fully formed, a cold, evocative and unmistakably Nordic vision that would become their enduring hallmark. Nearly thirty years on, Skogsgriftens rike still stands as a monument to the cold majesty of 1990s Swedish black metal, untouched by time, uncompromising in spirit, and as haunting as the northern wilderness that inspired it. Formats: 12" vinyl LP (black vinyl) -Sturdy 300gsm vinyl-sleeve with bronze pantone print -Vinyl insert -Double-sided A2 poster -Limited to 400 copies on black vinyl -CD jewelcase -8 page booklet

Demo and rarities collection.

15 remastered tracks! 8 tracks have never been released on CD before and 1 completely exclusive song.

Curated by the band. Officially licensed from Theatre Of Tragedy.

Limited to 500 copies
Super Jewel Box
16 page booklet on uncoated offset paper stock

From the mind of Gore Metal pioneer Matt Harvey, LEFT TO DIE pays homage to Chuck Schuldiner's revolutionary Metal band, DEATH. 

Initium Mortis, the upcoming new album from LEFT TO DIE, sees the DEATH-inspired supergroup—including original DEATH members Terry Butler (OBITUARY) and Rick Rozz (MASSACRE)—joining Harvey (EXHUMED, GRUESOME) and Gus Rios (GRUESOME) to capture DEATH's deep, die-hard-only catalog.

Featuring tracks like Arcangel, Witch of Hell, and Legion of Doom expertly executed in the now, Initium Mortis is a must-have for DEATH fans and collectors alike.   

"For Initium Mortis we wanted Death fans who had never heard these demo songs to hear them with good production," says Harvey. "Most of these early demos were poor quality, often recorded on a boom box, so by the time someone got a demo through tape trading it was almost inaudible!
We think these tracks are a good representation of the birth of Mantas/Death. This is ground zero - where it all started: three 15 year-old kids creating Death Metal history, and even within these choice cuts from the demo days you can hear the evolution of the music."

"Left To Die went from a thought to doing a full US tour in about 3 months! Pretty remarkable if you ask me," says Butler. "We wanted to play the early material for the fans that weren't able to see the first albums in a live setting. There are many young fans at our shows that are hearing the foundation that DEATH stands on to this day live for the first time! With Matt channeling the best Chuck Schuldiner out there and Gus playing the material perfectly and respectfully we hit the road and haven't looked back."

Ultimately, LEFT TO DIE celebrates a seminal band and the camaraderie of the genre's most extreme corner of music. "First off I would like to thank Gus, Matt and Terry for making Left To Die happen. It's been an honor and pleasure working with them for the past few years and beyond," says Rozz. "It's really cool to be able to hear these tunes from 1984 properly! Old-school Death fans are going to dig this release. Cheers & Peace."

- Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Swedish melodic black metal classic Welcome My Last Chapter.
- Widely regarded as one of the defining albums of Swedish melodic black metal.
- Deluxe Double Edition featuring the complete album plus previously unreleased recordings from 1992-1995, including demos, studio sessions, and a rare 1994 live recording.
- A comprehensive archival release documenting the band's early evolution.
- Available on 2CD, Double LP, and Double Cassette (2MC).

- Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Swedish melodic black metal classic Welcome My Last Chapter.
- Widely regarded as one of the defining albums of Swedish melodic black metal.
- Deluxe Double Edition featuring the complete album plus previously unreleased recordings from 1992-1995, including demos, studio sessions, and a rare 1994 live recording.
- A comprehensive archival release documenting the band's early evolution.
- Available on 2CD, Double LP, and Double Cassette (2MC).

- Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Swedish melodic black metal classic Welcome My Last Chapter.
- Widely regarded as one of the defining albums of Swedish melodic black metal.
- Deluxe Double Edition featuring the complete album plus previously unreleased recordings from 1992-1995, including demos, studio sessions, and a rare 1994 live recording.
- A comprehensive archival release documenting the band's early evolution.
- Available on 2CD, Double LP, and Double Cassette (2MC).

- Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Swedish melodic black metal classic Welcome My Last Chapter.
- Widely regarded as one of the defining albums of Swedish melodic black metal.
- Deluxe Double Edition featuring the complete album plus previously unreleased recordings from 1992-1995, including demos, studio sessions, and a rare 1994 live recording.
- A comprehensive archival release documenting the band's early evolution.
- Available on 2CD, Double LP, and Double Cassette (2MC).

The solo album by Heike Langhans, heavenly voice for the likes of Draconian, Ison, Sojourner, Light Field Reverie and Remina!

After more than a decade of unfinished demos and other obligations, helped out by the skill of Mike Lamb Heike, 'Peace by Proxy' was released May 1, 2026 digitally but finds now a physical release via Avantgarde Mus

The solo album by Heike Langhans, heavenly voice for the likes of Draconian, Ison, Sojourner, Light Field Reverie and Remina!

After more than a decade of unfinished demos and other obligations, helped out by the skill of Mike Lamb Heike, 'Peace by Proxy' was released May 1, 2026 digitally but finds now a physical release via Avantgarde Mus

Progressive death metal outfit Rhynn are set to release their debut full-length King of Nothing via Unorthodox Emanations, the death metal division of Avantgarde Music.
Founded by multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Abakar Ibragimov, Rhynn emerged in 2019, initially inspired by the worlds of science fiction and fantasy. Born in Dagestan in 1990, Ibragimov grew up against the backdrop of the Chechen wars, finding refuge in music and literature from an early age. While those original inspirations remain part of Rhynn's identity, King of Nothing is ultimately rooted in much more immediate and personal experiences.
Written over several years, the album reflects on displacement, uncertainty, social decay, disillusionment and fatherhood. Songs such as "The Graves Are Not Yet Full", "Nostos", "Oblivion" and "Apotheosis" draw from different aspects of Ibragimov's experience in the years surrounding his departure from his native country Russia, while "Innocence" offers a more intimate perspective, written about the birth of his son in Armenia in 2023.
Musically, Rhynn look primarily towards the foundations of death and heavy metal rather than contemporary metal production. Progressive structures and intricate arrangements are combined with a deliberately organic approach: the band sought to make King of Nothing sound as live as possible, avoiding excessive production and preserving the physical character of the performances. The guitar solos were mixed with classic King Diamond records as a reference, while fretless bass by Linus Klausenitzer became an unexpected but defining element of the album.

After three years and Ten Thousand Hells… SPIRIT POSSESSION unleash their third Full Length album Cathedral Speech to be released on Oct 2.
Seven attacking labyrinths of far venturing Black Heavy Metal, with all spires pointed down.
Where 2023’s Of the Sign… held a knifelike gaze into more erratic, adventurous hymns, Cathedral Speech sees SPIRIT POSSESSION awaken their most piercing, deranged, and narratively epic form yet. Spiraling guitar storms and explosive drum batterings channel first wave Black/Death assaults in the same breath as expansive ‘70s composition.
With Four steps into madness followed by a side long suite - These are vicious electric chants as towering as they are blasphemous.
 
Featuring S. Peacock (Black Curse / Ulthar / Mastery) on Strings and Vocals, and A. Spungin (Ormus) on Drums and Handmade Synthesizers.Recorded in the depths of the S•P Dungeon / and studio mixed at The New Menegroth, The Thousand Caves. Artwork by Luciana Lupe Vasconselos.