PESTILENCE - Testimony of the Ancients (Re-Release 2023) · RED SMOKE LP

Red smoke vinyl. 2023 re-release, remastered to significantly improve on overall audio quality. The remaster was done by Satanic Audio (Behemoth, Azarath).

About the album

Pestilence has once again asserted its position at the forefront of the death metal scene with "Testimony Of The Ancients". This remastered reissue pays homage to an era when the genre was burgeoning with innovation and raw energy. Known for its intricate composition and intense atmosphere, this album is a testament to the band's meticulous craftsmanship and relentless pursuit of brutal soundscapes. Tracks such as "The Secrecies Of Horror" and "Twisted Truth" are prime examples of how Pestilence channels existential dread into a musical form that is both haunting and invigorating.

The album's thematic depth is matched by its technical proficiency. With contributions from renowned producer Scott Burns, who helped shape many seminal death metal records, this release captures the essence of early '90s metal while offering a polished auditory experience for contemporary listeners. The red smoked vinyl enhances this collector's piece, making it not only a sonic journey but also a visual one for aficionados of the genre.

Track listing

1. The Secrecies of Horror
2. Bitterness
3. Twisted Truth
4. Darkening
5. Lost Souls
6. Blood
7. Land of Tears
8. Free Us from Temptation
9. Prophetic Revelations
10. Impure
11. Testimony
12. Soulless
13. Presence of the Dead
14. Mindwarp
15. Stigmatized
16. In Sorrow

Manufacturer: Agonia Records, P. O. Box 273, 64-920 Pila 1, Poland, Contact: agoniarecords.com