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BAL-SAGOTH - Atlantis Ascendant · CLEAR/RED LP

Product information "BAL-SAGOTH - Atlantis Ascendant · CLEAR/RED LP"

Clear red splatter vinyl.

Background information über 'Atlantis Ascendant'

This symphonic black metal masterpiece from Bal-Sagoth stands as one of the most ambitious and grandiose albums in the genre's history. "Atlantis Ascendant" weaves together epic narratives of ancient civilizations, cosmic mythology, and Lovecraftian horror into a cinematic tapestry that's both brutally heavy and majestically orchestrated. Each track feels like a chapter from some forbidden tome, with Byron Roberts' distinctive vocals ranging from death growls to dramatic spoken passages that guide listeners through tales of lost empires and eldritch mysteries.

The album showcases Bal-Sagoth's unique ability to blend crushing black metal riffs with lush keyboard orchestrations, creating soundscapes that are simultaneously aggressive and beautiful. Tracks like "The Splendour Of A Thousand Swords Gleaming Beneath The Blazon Of The Hyperborean Empire (Part: III)" demonstrate their penchant for elaborate titles that match the epic scope of their compositions. The production perfectly balances the raw power of the metal elements with the cinematic grandeur of the symphonic arrangements, making this a standout release that influenced countless bands in the symphonic extreme metal scene.

For fans of: Emperor, Dimmu Borgir, Summoning, and Cradle Of Filth

Track listing

A1. The Epsilon Exordium
A2. Atlantis Ascendant
A3. Draconis Albionensis
A4. Star-Maps Of The Ancient Cosmographers
A5. The Ghosts Of Angkor Wat
B1. The Splendour Of A Thousand Swords Gleaming Beneath The Blazon Of The Hyperborean Empire (Part: III)
B2. The Dreamer In The Catacombs Of Ur
B3. In Search Of The Lost Cities Of Antarctica
B4. The Chronicle Of Shadows
B5. Six Keys To The Onyx Pyramid

Manufacturer: 375 Media GmbH, Schlachthofstraße 36A, 21079 Hamburg, Germany, Contact: www.backonblack.com

Artist: Bal-Sagoth
Color: Clear, Red
Label/Manufacturer: Back On Black
Genre: Black Metal, Heavy Metal

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