MANILLA ROAD · Mystification | GREY/RED MIXED LP

Grey/red mixed vinyl.

Background information about 'Mystification'

Manilla Road's "Mystification" stands as one of the most haunting and atmospheric entries in the band's legendary catalog. Originally released in 1987, this album finds Mark Shelton and company diving deep into Edgar Allan Poe's macabre literary world, crafting nine tracks that perfectly capture the gothic horror and dark romanticism of the master poet's work. From the opening chills of "Haunted Palace" to the crushing finale of "Death By The Hammer", the album weaves together epic heavy metal with progressive storytelling that showcases Manilla Road's unique ability to transform classic literature into powerful musical narratives.

The band's signature blend of doom-laden riffs and soaring vocals reaches new heights here, with Shelton's guitar work painting vivid sonic landscapes that mirror Poe's twisted tales. Tracks like "Masque Of The Red Death" and "Valley Of Unrest" demonstrate the group's mastery of building tension through dynamic shifts and haunting melodies, while the driving force of "Up From The Crypt" and "Dragon Star" shows they haven't lost their knack for delivering crushing heavy metal anthems. This reissue brings new life to an essential piece of underground metal history.

For fans of: Cirith Ungol, Brocas Helm, Pagan Altar, Solitude Aeturnus and Candlemass

Track listing

A1. Haunted Palace
A2. Spirits Of The Dead
A3. Valley Of Unrest
A4. Mystification
A5. Masque Of The Red Death
B1. Up From The Crypt
B2. Children Of The Night
B3. Dragon Star
B4. Death By The Hammer

Manufacturer: High Roller Records, Bertolt-Brecht-Str. 1a, 08412 Werdau, Germany, Contact: www.hrrecords.de