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"Original Finnish Heavy Rock recorded 1987: Where Thunder Meets Steel"
Born from the roar of unyielding spirit and electrifying riffs, this is heavy rock that resonates across decades. A long-lost gem blending grit, melody, and epic attitude — echoing the golden age of Finnish rock glory and reigniting the spirit of an era when thunder roared and steel reigned supreme.

Contains last unreleased material of this band, 3 studio and 4 live tracks.
Live tracks are extremely raw and primitive yet fairly good sounding.
Dead But Dreaming is the memory of true East-European black metal golden dawn.

Track 1 previously unreleased, originally performed by Arkona on "Imperium" LP.
Track 2 previously unreleased, created in 2001, taken from the forthcoming split EP with Legion Of Doom.
Track 3 previously unreleased, created in 1995 and 2002.
Track 4 performed live in 2001, originally appeared on "The Gates" EP.
Track 5 performed live in 2001, originally appeared on "Tormenting Legends I"compilation.
Track 6 performed live in 2001, originally appeared on "Purity" LP.
Track 7 performed live in 2001, originally performed by Bolt Thrower on "War Master" LP.

This promo tape contains two tracks from the album and two exclusive demo tracks. Over 27 minutes of playing time.

GRÀB offer both, continuity and change, on their sophomore full-length "Kremess". The Bavarian black metal project founded by vocalist Grànt continues to revolve lyrically around tales and traditions narrated in the local dialect of Germany's southernmost Alpine state: Bavaria. "Kremess" means 'funeral feast' in that language and death plays a leading role on this album. Musically, GRÀB still feature a prominent traditional instrument of their region, the hammered dulcimer. This gets combined with particularly Norwegian strands of black metal such as early GEHENNA, ULVER, and DARKTHRONE as well as taking inspiration from German pioneers of the genre namely NAGELFAR and LUNAR AURORA. Adding to the local sonic colours are many fresh ideas and sounds that came with English guitarist Gnàst, who has replaced previous main songwriter Grain in the meantime. A host of guest musicians including members of EMPYRIUM, TRIPTYKON, and DARK FORTRESS among others has further enhanced the musical spectrum. GRÀB, meaning "old and grey" in the local dialect, were conceived by former DARK FORTRESS frontman Grànt who wanted to bring a particularly Bavarian expression to black metal. The earlier collaboration between Grànt and guitarist Grain resulted in the release of the debut full-length "Zeitlang" in 2021, which channelled the black metal spirit of the early 90s much to the delight of both critics and fans. With "Kremess", GRÀB are infusing Bavarian black metal with new power that is bound to expand their growing empire far beyond the borders of their homeland.

The flickering light of fragile hope battles the crushing weight of despair in Fields of Mildew’s fourth release, “IV”. With its signature minimalist dark folk, the project delves into the innermost recesses of human emotion, offering an unflinching reflection on loss, resilience, and the stark beauty of barren landscapes.

On “IV”, Fields of Mildew shifts its focus inward, exploring the fragmented psyche of a solitary soul caught between the oppressive weight of reality and fleeting moments of imagined relief. Themes of love and loss, fragile dreams, and the slow erosion of hope thread through the album, painting a harrowing yet tender portrait of inner struggle.

Amidst the sorrow, glimmers of solace emerge as the music itself offers moments of reprieve. Immersive melodies are shaped by the same austere minimalism that defines the project’s essence – from its stripped-down instrumentation to its visual aesthetic, inspired by the desolate Teufelsmoor region of Northern Germany.

Since its inception in 2015, Fields of Mildew has stood as a testament to the human spirit pushed to its limits. Helmed by a musician known only as R, the project began as an ode to the resilient souls who eked out a living in the unforgiving lands of the Teufelsmoor. Over time, its thematic scope expanded, but the core remained unchanged: an unflinching portrayal of human existence in its most vulnerable and honest form.

“IV” is the culmination of this evolution – a quiet yet powerful meditation on despair, resilience, and the fleeting beauty found even in life’s harshest moments. For those seeking music that channels the depth of mortal experience with haunting clarity, “IV” is a profoundly moving journey into darkness and beyond.

Void of Hope is a Finnish black metal trio born during a recording session. The whole album was composed and recorded in five days in the studio with -30°, -35° outside and in complete darkness for most of the day. Screams took place later and were recorded in 2 days.

Void of Hope includes members from Moonlight Sorcery and Ondfødt and consider themselves influenced by bands like Gris, Silencer, Lifelover, Coldworld and Austere.

Void of Hope can be a place or a state of mind, and their debut album Proof Of Existence is a journey through mental health and depression, the outcome of which may be triumph or giving up. Proof Of Existence started as depressive black metal but grew into much more.

Void of Hope is not an anonymous band, yet they do not consider their identities relevant, as regardless of what names are printed in the album, the music is all that matters.

The horrors of reality are the proof of your existence, and they will be brought to you via Avantgarde Music on January 31st, 2025.

MORSURE is a French Black Metal entity created in 2018 by Hygdahell. “Naissance d’un empire” follows his first EP “Prima Materia” and contains a 35min length single track of pure Raw Black Metal hate, in the vein of early LLN releases.
MORSURE is a promising band and should quickly establish itself in the French Black Metal scene. To be followed carefully !
“Naissance d’un Empire” now available in a 2 part CD Digipack, containing an 8 pages booklet and a picture printed CD

WINDHELM is a French entity active since 2016, and delivers old school Black Metal in the vein of legendary LES LEGIONS NOIRES.
ALDRIC, the man behind the project, makes a point of keeping the true essence of the underground spirit: his music is raw, straight to the point, with no frills.

“Chroniques d’un Non-Mort” is a brilliant sequel to “Au Crépuscule de l’Existence” released in 2022, and with tracks like “Un Cauchemar de Soleil Blanc”, “Faim de Chair et Soif de Sang”, or “Le Non-Mort”, you will definitely feel that only the cold and misanthropic atmosphere remains from the ice-sharped riffs and asphyxiating vocals from the grave…

Black Metal from Sweden.
EP on a limited CD edition on a 4 panel Digifile.

Media Condition: Mint 
Sleeve Condition: Near Mint