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ARCKANUM - Fran Marder · RED/BLACK LP

Product information "ARCKANUM - Fran Marder · RED/BLACK LP"

Red/black marbled vinyl in gatefold sleeve with UV varnish, includes 20-page 12" booklet and A2 poster.

Remastered for vinyl from the original recordings by Patrick W. Engel / Temple of Disharmony Studios.

Limited to 250 copies.

Background information über 'Fran Marder'

"Fran Marder" stands as a monumental achievement in Swedish black metal history, marking Arckanum's transition from underground demos to a professionally recorded masterpiece. Released in 1995, this debut full-length showcased Shamaatae's singular vision with nine tracks that refined the atmospheric darkness of the "Trulen" demo while adding four entirely new compositions. The album's power lies not just in its ferocious black metal foundation, but in its deeply mystical approach to ancient Swedish occultism and anti-cosmic philosophy that Shamaatae weaves throughout every aspect of the release.

What makes "Fran Marder" truly special is how it captures the raw essence of early 90s Scandinavian black metal while establishing Arckanum's unique identity. Recorded at Peter Tägtgren's legendary Abyss Studio, the production strikes that perfect balance between clarity and primal aggression that defined the era's best releases. Tracks like "Hvila pa tronan min" and "Svinna" demonstrate Shamaatae's mastery of creating hypnotic, ritualistic atmospheres that transport listeners into his antikosmic worldview. Even after three decades, this album remains a cornerstone of the Arckanum catalog and a testament to the enduring power of authentic black metal artistry.

For fans of: Bathory, Darkthrone, Mayhem, Burzum and Emperor

Track listing

A1. Hvila pa tronan min
A2. Þe alder hærskande væsende natur
A3. Svinna
A4. Kununger af þæn diupeste natur
A5. Gava fran trulen
B1. Fran marder
B2. Bærghet
B3. Trulmælder
B4. Kolin væruld

Manufacturer: Darkness Shall Rise Productions, Lengenfelder Straße 58, 08107 Kirchberg, Germany, Contact: darknessshallrise.de

Artist: Arckanum
Color: Black, Red
Label/Manufacturer: Darkness Shall Rise Productions
Vinyl specification: Booklet, Gatefold Sleeve
Genre: Black Metal

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