BETHLEHEM · Dark Metal | CD+DVD DIGIPAK

CD with bonus DVD in digipak.

Background information about 'Dark Metal'

Bethlehem returns with "Dark Metal", a haunting journey through the shadows of extreme metal that showcases the German band's evolution while staying true to their darkly atmospheric roots. This release captures the raw essence of what makes Bethlehem such a compelling force in the underground scene, blending crushing riffs with an almost theatrical sense of darkness that feels both ancient and refreshingly modern. The album's eight tracks weave together moments of brutal intensity with passages of eerie beauty, creating a sonic landscape that's as unsettling as it is captivating.

What sets this release apart is not just the music itself, but the complete package - the included DVD offers a visual companion that enhances the album's dark narrative. Songs like "The 11th Commandment" and "Apocalyptic Dance" demonstrate the band's ability to craft memorable hooks within their extreme framework, while tracks such as "Vargtimmen" and "Gepriesen Sei Der Untergang" showcase their knack for atmospheric storytelling. The production strikes that perfect balance between clarity and rawness that allows every sinister detail to shine through without losing the primal energy that defines their sound.

For fans of:
Mayhem, Burzum, Darkthrone, Celtic Frost and Emperor

Track listing

CD:

1. The 11th Commandment
2. Apocalyptic Dance
3. Second Coming
4. Vargtimmen
5. 3rd Nocturnal Prayer
6. Funereal Owlblood
7. Veiled Irreligion
8. Gepriesen Sei Der Untergang

DVD:

1. The 11th Commandment
2. Apocalyptic Dance
3. Second Coming
4. Vargtimmen
5. Supplementary Exegesis
6. End Credits

Manufacturer: ProMedia GmbH, Im Gartenfeld 1, 54516 Flußbach, Germany, Contact: prophecy.de