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ROTTING CHRIST - Passage To Arcturo · SILVER/BLACK MARBLED LP

Product information "ROTTING CHRIST - Passage To Arcturo · SILVER/BLACK MARBLED LP"

Silver/black marbled vinyl.

Limited to 450 copies.

Background information über 'Passage To Arcturo'

"Passage To Arcturo" stands as one of Rotting Christ's most atmospheric and mystical offerings, showcasing the Greek legends at their most experimental phase. This haunting collection of tracks takes listeners through dark, ritualistic soundscapes that blend black metal ferocity with ambient interludes and occult themes. Songs like "Old Coffin Spirit" and "The Mystical Meeting" demonstrate the band's ability to craft both crushing heaviness and ethereal beauty, while tracks such as "Gloria De Domino Inferni" reveal their fascination with religious and esoteric imagery that would become a hallmark of their sound.

The album captures Rotting Christ during a pivotal moment in their evolution, moving beyond pure black metal into more diverse territories. The inclusion of the demo version of "Feast Of The Grand Whore" provides fascinating insight into their creative process, while pieces like "The Nereid of Esgalduin" showcase their talent for creating cinematic, almost medieval atmospheres. This release perfectly bridges their early raw aggression with the more sophisticated approach they would later perfect, making it essential listening for understanding the band's artistic journey.

For fans of: Bathory, Emperor, Samael, and early Dimmu Borgir

Track listing

A1. Old Coffin Spirit
A2. Forest of N’Gai
A3. The mystical Meeting
A4. Gloria De Domino Inferni
B1. Inside the Eye of Algond
B2. The Nereid of Esgalduin
B3. Vicious Joy & Black Delight
B4. Feast Of The Grand Whore - Demo version

Manufacturer: Sasu Soundworks Sarl, 126 Boulevard Bara, Heliopolis 2, Lot B4, 13013 Marseille, France, Contact: www.season-of-mist.com

Artist: Rotting Christ
Color: Black
Label/Manufacturer: Season Of Mist
Genre: Black Metal

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