MEMORIAM · The Silent Vigil | DIGIPAK CD

Limited first edition digipak CD.

Background information about 'The Silent Vigil'

When former Bolt Thrower members decided to forge ahead with Memoriam, they weren't messing around. "The Silent Vigil" delivers exactly what you'd expect from these death metal veterans - a relentless barrage of crushing riffs, thunderous drums, and that signature British death metal sound that made Bolt Thrower legendary. This sophomore effort shows the band settling into their own identity while maintaining the brutal efficiency that fans crave. Tracks like "Soulless Parasite" and "Nothing Remains" showcase the band's ability to blend crushing heaviness with memorable songwriting, while the title track serves as a haunting interlude that builds tension before unleashing hell again.

The album's production captures that perfect balance between clarity and raw power, letting every crushing chord and pummeling drum hit land with maximum impact. From the apocalyptic themes explored in "The New Dark Ages" to the seven-minute epic "No Known Grave", Memoriam proves they're not just riding on past glories but carving out their own path in the death metal landscape. The closing track "Dronestrike V3" serves as a fitting culmination, delivering nearly eight minutes of punishing metal that leaves you wanting more.

For fans of:
Bolt Thrower, Asphyx, Hail of Bullets, Benediction, and Autopsy

Track listing

1. Soulless Parasite
2. Nothing Remains
3. From The Flames
4. The Silent Vigil
5. Bleed The Same
6. As Bridges Burn
7. The New Dark Ages
8. No Known Grave
9. Weaponised Fear
10. Dronestrike V3

Manufacturer: Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH, Alter Wandrahm 14, 20457 Hamburg, Germany, Contact: www.nuclearblast.com