PILGRIM · Misery Wizard | BLACK 2LP

Black double vinyl in gatefold sleeve, limited to 600 copies.

Special extended LP edition of Pilgrim’s cult Misery Wizard album, dedicated to the memory of Jon Rossi.

Background information about 'Misery Wizard'

There is a specific kind of heaviness that only emerges when a band channels pure, unadulterated despair into sound, and Pilgrim’s Misery Wizard is the definitive textbook on that subject. This isn't just doom metal; it’s a slow, grinding descent into the abyss, where every riff feels like a tectonic plate shifting under the weight of existential dread. The band doesn't rush. They drag you through the mud, forcing you to confront the bleakness head-on with a sonic brutality that is both exhausting and strangely cathartic. The production is thick and murky, perfect for a genre that thrives in the shadows, allowing the guitars to roar like distant thunder while the vocals crawl out of the fog like a curse.

What makes this release so special is its dedication to the memory of Jon Rossi, adding a layer of poignant reverence to the already crushing weight of the music. It’s a tribute that doesn’t shy away from the darkness but instead embraces it, turning grief into a powerful, resonant force. The extended LP format gives the tracks room to breathe, expanding the atmospheric tension until it becomes almost unbearable. For fans of the genre, this is essential listening—a masterclass in slow-burn aggression and melodic despair that lingers long after the needle lifts. It’s not music for the faint of heart, but for those who find beauty in the breakdown, it’s a revelation.

For fans of: Electric Wizard, Orange Goblin, Sleep

Other Versions

BLACK VINYL LP · Sold out GOLD LP · Sold out RUST BROWN VINYL LP · Sold out GREEN/RED DLP · 17,99 € PURPLE LP · Sold out DIGIPAK CD · 10,99 €

Track listing

LP 1:
A1. Astaroth
A2. Misery Wizard
B1. Quest
B2. Masters of the Sky

LP 2:
C1. Adventurer
C2. Forsaken Man
D1. Gryphon Rider
D2. Return of Astaroth

Manufacturer: Oy Svart Musik Ab, Saippua Center, Ruissalontie 12C, laituri O, 20200 Turku, Finland, Contact: www.svartrecords.com