CIRITH UNGOL · Dark Parade | GOLD 2LP BOXSET

Special Edition housed in Slipcase w/hot foil-embossing, 2-LP incl. Demos, art print, 2 posters, vinyl booklet, tote bag, limited to 1000 units.

Background information about 'Dark Parade'

Cirith Ungol return with their first studio album in decades, and man, what a comeback this is! "Dark Parade" showcases the legendary Californian metal warriors at their absolute finest, delivering eight tracks of pure, unadulterated heavy metal magic that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly contemporary. The band's signature blend of epic storytelling, crushing riffs, and Tim Baker's distinctive vocals creates an atmosphere that's simultaneously dark and triumphant. From the opening assault of "Velocity (S.E.P.)" to the haunting closer "Down Below", every track demonstrates why Cirith Ungol remains one of metal's most revered cult acts.

This special edition doesn't just give you the album - it's a complete journey through the creative process with demo versions of every track included on the second LP. These raw recordings offer fascinating insight into how these songs evolved, showing the band's meticulous approach to crafting their metallic masterpieces. The production strikes that perfect balance between modern clarity and vintage warmth, allowing every crushing chord and soaring vocal line to shine through with maximum impact.

For fans of: Manilla Road, Brocas Helm, Omen, and Warlord

Track listing

LP 1:
A1. Velocity (S.E.P.)
A2. Relentless
A3. Sailor on The Seas Of Fate
A4. Sacrifice
B1. Looking Glass
B2. Dark Parade
B3. Distant Shadows
B4. Down Below

LP 2:
C1. Velocity (S.E.P.) (Demo)
C2. Relentless (Demo)
C3. Sailor on The Seas Of Fate (Demo)
C4. Sacrifice (Demo)
D1. Looking Glass (Demo)
D2. Dark Parade (Demo)
D3. Distant Shadows (Demo)
D4. Down Below (Demo)

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