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KALMEN - Sombre Vaults · BLACK LP

Product information "KALMEN - Sombre Vaults · BLACK LP"

Black vinyl.

Limited to 300 handnumbered copies.

Background information über 'Sombre Vaults'

Kalmen delivers a haunting journey through the darkest corridors of extreme metal with "Sombre Vaults". This atmospheric opus seamlessly weaves together the crushing weight of doom with the ferocious intensity of black metal, creating a sonic landscape that feels both ancient and otherworldly. From the opening devastation of "Earthbound" to the cyclical finality of "Uroboros", each track serves as a chapter in what feels like a descent into mythological underworlds. The band's mastery lies in their ability to balance crushing heaviness with moments of eerie beauty, particularly evident in tracks like "In Bloom" where melancholic melodies pierce through walls of distortion.

The album's conceptual depth becomes apparent through its carefully chosen track titles, drawing from Eastern philosophy ("Shu Ha Ri"), ancient mythology ("Hen Kai Pan"), and universal symbols ("Uroboros"). Kalmen crafts an experience that transcends typical genre boundaries, with each composition flowing naturally into the next while maintaining its own distinct character. The production captures every nuance of their sound, from the most delicate atmospheric passages to the most punishing doom-laden sections, making "Sombre Vaults" a truly immersive listening experience that rewards both casual listeners and devoted metal enthusiasts.

For fans of: Blut Aus Nord, Ulcerate, Neurosis, and Dragged Into Sunlight

Track listing

A1. Earthbound
A2. Hen Kai Pan
A3. Underworld
A4. Moon
B5. In Bloom
B6. Shu Ha Ri
B7. Uroboros

Manufacturer: Acherontic Arts GmbH, Mühlenstr. 100, 52134 Herzogenrath, Germany, Contact: van-records.com

Artist: Kalmen
Color: Black
Label/Manufacturer: Ván Records
Genre: Black Metal, Doom Metal

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