MALFEITOR · The Smell Of Death | GREY/BLACK MARBLED LP

Grey/black marbled vinyl in standard cover. Including 12-page A4 booklet and A2 poster. Limited to 250 copies.

Background information about 'The Smell Of Death'

When Norwegian black metal was conquering the world in the early 90s, Malfeitor deliberately chose to remain in the shadows. This legendary nucleus that would later spawn STRID and MANES (featuring Vicotnik from Dødheimsgard) existed for just two short years between 1991 and 1992, yet left behind a collection of raw, uncompromising demos that perfectly captured the essence of minimalist black metal. Their stripped-down approach echoed the primitive fury of early Bathory, Ildjarn, and Darkthrone, creating an atmosphere so dense and malevolent it seemed to seep from the very earth of Askim itself.

Despite their brief existence, Malfeitor crafted something truly special with tracks like "The Smell Of Death", "666 Hear My Call", and "Death Warrior". The audio has been lovingly restored and mastered by Patrick W. Engel at Temple Of Disharmony, bringing new life to these forgotten gems while preserving their raw, underground spirit. This collection serves as both a historical document and a testament to the power of true underground black metal – music that was never meant for the masses but speaks directly to those who understand the darkness.

For fans of:
Early Bathory, Ildjarn, Darkthrone, Strid, Manes, Dødheimsgard

Track listing

A1. Intro (1992 Demo)
A2. 666 Hear My Call (1992 Demo)
A3. Death Warrior (1992 Demo)
A4. Sense Of Doom (1992 Demo)
A5. The Smell Of Death (1992 Demo)
B1. Abyss (Intro) (1991 Demo)
B2. The Fog Drifts Over The Evil Ground (1991 Demo)
B3. Soon You Will Die (1991 Demo)
B4. The Black Castle (1991 Demo)
B5. 666 Hear My Call (1991 Demo)
B6. Death Warrior (1991 Rehearsal)

Manufacturer: Darkness Shall Rise Productions, Lengenfelder Straße 58, 08107 Kirchberg, Germany, Contact: darknessshallrise.de