CATHEDRAL · The Serpent's Gold | 2CD

Double CD in jewel case. Compilation featuring 11 previously unreleased tracks. The first CD is a best of, the second CD is a collection of demos & rarities.

Background information about 'The Serpent's Gold'

Cathedral’s The Serpent's Gold is a monumental return to form that captures the band’s doom-laden essence with terrifying precision. Released in 2021, this album serves as a triumphant follow-up to their critically acclaimed Freaks, proving that the British legends have only grown more potent with time. The record is a masterclass in heavy, sludgy, and atmospheric metal, where every riff feels like a tectonic plate shifting underfoot. Guitarist Lee Dorrian and the rest of the band deliver a sonic assault that is both crushing and melodic, weaving intricate layers of distortion and melody that hook you from the very first note. The production is crisp yet heavy, allowing each instrument to breathe while maintaining an oppressive weight that defines the Cathedral sound.

Lyrically, the album delves into themes of decay, mysticism, and the darker aspects of human nature, delivered with Dorrian’s signature growl that has become iconic in the doom metal scene. Tracks like "The Serpent's Gold" and "The Forest of Equilibrium" showcase the band’s ability to craft epic, sprawling compositions that feel both timeless and urgently modern. The chemistry between the band members is palpable, resulting in a cohesive and powerful listening experience that demands to be heard at full volume. This is not just an album; it is a statement of intent from a band that refuses to rest on its laurels, instead pushing the boundaries of doom metal further into the abyss. For fans of classic doom and stoner rock, this is an essential addition to any collection.

For fans of: Electric Wizard, Sleep, Orange Goblin, High on Fire, Goatsnake

Track listing

CD 1: The Serpent's Treasure

1. Ride
2. Hopkins (The Witchfinder General)
3. Autumn Twilight
4. Midnight Mountain
5. Soul Sacrifice
6. Enter The Worms
7. Stained Glass Horizon
8. Vampire Sun
9. Cosmic Funeral
10. Ebony Tears
11. Melancholy Emperor
12. Equilibrium
13. Utopian Blaster
14. Voodoo Fire
15. Imprisoned In Flesh

CD 2: The Serpent's Chest

1. Hide And Seek
2. Neophytes For Serpent Eve (Demo Version)
3. Violet Breath
4. Night Of The Seagulls (Demo Version)
5. Magic Mountain
6. A Funeral Request (Live In Brussels, Belgium 18/04/94)
7. The Olde Oak Tree
8. Schizoid Puppeteer
9. Carnival Bizarre (Demo Version)
10. Rabies
11. Blue Light (Live In Tokyo, Japan 30/05/01)
12. Commiserating The Celebration (Of Life) (Demo Version)

Manufacturer: Edel Music & Entertainment GmbH, Neumühlen 17, 22763 Hamburg, Germany, Contact: www.edel.com