LUNAR AURORA - Mond (Re-Release) · CD

Re-Release. Jewelcase CD.

More about 'Mond (Re-Release)'

"Mond" stands as a captivating exploration of Lunar Aurora's unique blend of atmospheric black metal and dark ambient soundscapes. Originally recorded in 2005 at Helion Studios in Munich this reissue captures the band's ability to weave together crushing black metal passages with ethereal ambient interludes. The album flows like a nocturnal journey through seven compositions that range from the brief, haunting opener "Groll" to the epic ten-minute closer "Grimm". Each track builds upon themes of darkness, nature, and introspection with German lyrics that add an extra layer of mystique to the proceedings.

The production maintains a perfect balance between raw black metal aggression and atmospheric clarity, allowing both the crushing guitar work of Aran and Whyrhd and the haunting keyboard textures of Sindar to shine through. Tracks like "Schwarze Winde" and "Heimkehr" showcase the band's mastery of dynamics shifting seamlessly between blast-beat driven sections and contemplative ambient passages. This reissue preserves the original's compelling atmosphere while offering improved sound quality that brings out nuances in the layered compositions.

For fans of: Paysage d'Hiver, Darkspace, Blut Aus Nord, and Emperor

Track listing

1. Groll
2. Aufgewacht
3. Rastlos
4. Schwarze Winde
5. Heimkehr
6. Welk
7. Grimm

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