AMON AMARTH - Versus The World · CRIMSON RED MARBLED LP

Crimson red marbled vinyl with insert and 2-sided poster.

Background information über 'Versus The World'

Amon Amarth delivers another crushing blow to the melodic death metal scene with "Versus The World", an album that perfectly encapsulates the Swedish titans' ability to blend crushing brutality with epic storytelling. This release showcases the band's trademark sound - thunderous drums, razor-sharp guitar work, and Johan Hegg's commanding growls that transport listeners straight into the heart of Norse mythology. Tracks like "Death In Fire" and "Vs The World" demonstrate the band's mastery of creating anthemic choruses that are both devastating and memorable, while the epic "Across The Rainbow Bridge" takes listeners on a journey through Asgard itself.

The album's production strikes that perfect balance between raw aggression and crystal-clear clarity, allowing every instrument to shine while maintaining the crushing weight that makes Amon Amarth so compelling. Songs like "For The Stabwounds In Our Backs" and "Thousand Years Of Oppression" showcase the band's ability to craft complex arrangements without sacrificing the primal energy that drives their music forward. The closing track "...And Soon The World Will Cease To Be" serves as a haunting finale that leaves listeners craving more of this Viking metal mastery.

For fans of: Arch Enemy, Children Of Bodom, Ensiferum, and At The Gates

Track listing

A1. Death In Fire
A2. For The Stabwounds In Our Backs
A3. Where Silent Gods Stand Guard
A4. Vs The World
A5. Across The Rainbow Bridge
B1. Down The Slopes Of Death
B2. Thousand Years Of Oppression
B3. Bloodshed
B4. ...And Soon The World Will Cease To Be

Manufacturer: Metal Blade Records GmbH, Friedrichstr. 38, 73033 Göppingen, Germany, Contact: www.metalblade.com