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Fiction is one of Dark Tranquillity’s most defining and celebrated albums, a true milestone of modern melodic death metal. Originally released in 2007, this record represents the band at the absolute peak of their creative power, refining the Gothenburg sound into something darker, sharper, and emotionally charged.

Crushing riffs, icy melodies, and precise, aggressive drumming are perfectly balanced with melancholic atmospheres and unforgettable hooks, while Mikael Stanne’s vocal performance delivers both fury and introspection with commanding intensity. This Sevan Mater 500 Limited Edition CD is a must-have for collectors and fans alike, presenting Fiction in its classic jewel box format, faithful to the original spirit of the release while highlighting its enduring importance in Dark Tranquillity’s discography.

The album flows seamlessly from start to finish, combining relentless energy with moments of brooding darkness and melodic elegance. Tracks like “Misery’s Crown” and “The Lesser Faith” have become genre staples, while deeper cuts showcase the band’s masterful songwriting and emotional depth.

Fiction is a statement of identity, strength, and evolution, standing as one of the most influential melodic death metal records of its era.

Construct marks a bold and mature chapter in Dark Tranquillity’s evolution, showcasing a band unafraid to strip things down and focus on atmosphere, emotion, and razor-sharp songwriting. Released in 2013, the album stands apart in the band’s catalog for its introspective tone and refined restraint, trading sheer aggression for tension, groove, and haunting melodic depth.

Every element feels deliberate: tight, mechanical riffs, subtle electronics, and dark, pulsing rhythms create a cold and claustrophobic soundscape, perfectly matched by Mikael Stanne’s expressive and commanding vocal delivery.

This CD edition, presented in the classic jewel box format, captures Construct in its purest form – an album that rewards repeated listening and reveals new layers with each spin. Rather than relying on speed or excess, Dark Tranquillity build an oppressive yet immersive atmosphere, where silence, space, and texture are just as powerful as distortion and blast beats.

Tracks like “For Broken Words”, “The Science of Noise”, and “Uniformity” highlight the band’s ability to evolve without losing identity, while the album as a whole feels cohesive, focused, and emotionally resonant. Construct is a statement of confidence and maturity, a dark and thoughtful work that proves Dark Tranquillity’s relevance and creative strength well into their later career.

If_then_else stands as one of The Gathering’s most forward-thinking and emotionally resonant albums, a landmark release that captures the band at a moment of fearless experimentation and artistic clarity.

Originally released in 2000, this album represents a decisive step into a more modern, electronic-infused sound while retaining the deep melancholy, atmosphere, and introspection that define The Gathering’s identity. Layers of guitars intertwine seamlessly with subtle electronics, trip-hop influences, and spacious arrangements, creating a soundscape that feels both intimate and expansive.

Anneke van Giersbergen’s vocal performance is nothing short of mesmerizing-delicate, expressive, and powerful-guiding the listener through themes of alienation, choice, reflection, and emotional transformation. This Sevan Mater 500 Limited Edition CD, presented in the classic jewel box format, is a carefully curated release aimed at collectors and longtime fans who appreciate the album’s timeless and visionary nature.

If_then_else flows with remarkable coherence, balancing calm, hypnotic passages with moments of restrained intensity, never overwhelming but always emotionally engaging. Songs like “Shot to Pieces”, “Analog Park” and “Rollercoaster” exemplify the band’s ability to merge alternative rock, ambient textures, and subtle electronic elements into a deeply human and immersive listening experience.

More than two decades after its original release, If_then_else remains a pivotal album in The Gathering’s discography – an elegant, introspective, and quietly daring work that continues to resonate with listeners searching for depth, atmosphere, and emotional authenticity.

Triple CD in Triple 7′ vinyl Gatefold (500 copies – Numbered Edition)

Originally released in the mid-2000s, this defining work now returns in a gloriously expanded edition – and for the first time ever, pressed onto double vinyl. This 2025 edition, meticulously remastered to K14-level standards by Andersson himself, features not only the core studio album (Disc I, recorded winter 2005–2006), but also two full discs of evocative live performances from across Europe, including Gent, Sofia, Salzburg, Alkmaar, Budapest, and a stunning set recorded in the Sophienkirche of Wuppertal during the Phobos II Dark Ambient Festival (2010) – a performance that plays like a liturgy for forgotten gods.

Sisyphean from Vilnius, Lithuania is one the most exciting bands of the genre. So far, they have released two full-length albums – This new album entitled Divergence which will be out on all formats in April 2026, released by Norway´s Edged Circle Productions.

Perfect for the quietness of the winter forest, but also well suited for a walk through the city centre. Earphones on. A bleak drizzle of rain in the city or a hazy mist in the forest. No stars in the sky, or sun in the morning, just gloom and a sense of hopelessness. But there is always a way to retaliate. To stand up to the poison of lies, deceit and oppression. The feeling of the song is both solitude and anger. Still the solitude is by choice and not by force. Is there a plot for revenge in the making?

Sisyphean provides us with a inspiring creative outlet of their unique-sounding black metal. True to their musical legacy and their history, it´s also open to new inspirations. This makes it both fresh sounding and timeless.

Brilliantly written, this fierce black metal track is built on dense guitars and relentless grooves and is dark and confrontational, but melodic within it´s consistent chord progression. It´s both straight forward and complicated at the same time. The gives you the opportunity to lose yourself in the music without pushing unnecessary changes or be troubled by unneeded breaks. Everything has a function to back up to story.

Marlugubre is a post-black metal project founded in 2018, that was initially conceived as an acoustic and instrumental solo band. Over the years, the sound evolved into something more complex and complete. The project now draws inspiration from bands such as Opeth, Alcest, and Deafheaven. Marlugubre blends post-black metal with progressive and atmospheric elements, and the latest album, “Per Amor Nymphae”, is deeply rooted in Greek mythology, in particular, it focuses on the mythical figures of the nymphs. The album evokes an introspective journey through ancient Greece, its atmospheres echo the dreamy melancholy of Alcest and Deafheaven, with subtle influences inspired by Opeth’s emotional depth. Stories like Orpheus and Eurydice are brought to life through sound, the primordial figure of Nyx from Hesiod’s Theogony is also explored, alongside tales of Chloris and the tragic myth of Scylla and Glaucus. In this album, distorted, clean, and acoustic guitars intertwine throughout the album conveying romanticism, fragility, and a sense of timeless beauty, letting the music be a narrative tool rather than mere composition. A new element emerges with Serena’s vocal presence, her voice blends naturally with the album’s ethereal atmospheres, adding warmth, sweetness, and emotional intimacy. “Per Amor Nymphae” stands as a romantic and mythological sound voyage.

Dresden-based black/thrash newcomers LEAD INJECTOR present their debut album "Witching Attack" - an uncompromising homage to classic extreme metal, recorded over seven intensive days in August 2025 at Stereoid Studios in Schönfels, Saxony. "It was a really awesome time, we experimented a lot, racked our brains and learned a great deal," recalls vocalist/bassist Leo about the sessions. Founded in 2022, the trio is the first serious band for all three members after experiences in solo projects and school ensembles, and they quickly found their place in the local scene with their 2024 demo "From the Crypts... of Hell". "Witching Attack" now combines re-recorded demo tracks with fresh material written in the meantime. From the beginning, Lead Injector have demonstrated a knack for catchy song structures that sets them apart from average acts in this style. "We make sure that each of our songs is individual and unique, no two sound alike," Leo emphasizes. This approach creates variety and memorability – qualities not taken for granted in the genre. With "Witching Attack", Lead Injector make a statement: extreme metal with recognition value, authentically produced and carried by the energy of a hungry young band that will significantly help shape the scene in the future.

Sweden's October Tide was the project formed by Katatonia members Jonas Renkse and Fredrik Norrman in 1995, with much of the material being written during a period of inactivity for their main band.
Grey Dawn was October Tide's second album, originally released in 1999.

 

Following the successful launch of the comprehensive reissue campaign for the musical legacy of Sweden's pioneering melodic death metal band Edge of Sanity and versatile hard rock outfit Nightingale, the fourth and final chapter of titles is set to be released in spring 2026.

Dan Swanö, the frontman of both EDGE OF SANITY and NIGHTINGALE, as well as a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and acclaimed metal producer (Opeth, Katatonia, Dissection, Bloodbath, etc.), released his debut (and only) solo album, Moontower, in 1999. This featured keyboard-oriented, atmospheric, and 1970s-inspired death metal.