SOLSTAFIR - Hin Helga Kvöl [WOODEN LP BOXSET]

Only available at Supreme Chaos Records!

Exclusive ultra heavy wooden box set assembled in our own creative workshop, limited to 100 numbered copies.
Each number is engraved on the back of the box.

Includes:
· 3 special band cards with quality print (exclusive in this box only!)
· Autograph by all band members on one of the band cards
· Ice scraper made of wood with black Sólstafir-Logo (exclusive in this box only!)
· Limited edition digipak CD
· Transparent light-blue/lilac marbled with insert in gatefold sleeve, includes special art print (only 500 copies world wide)

Total weight: ~3kg, box itself ~1,6kg


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About the album

"Hin helga kvöl" is a deep dive into the raw beauty and emotional landscapes, inspired by Sólstafir’s rich cultural heritage and the stark, breathtaking landscapes of Iceland. The album captures the essence of 'crepuscular rays,' a metaphor for hope piercing through darkness, resonating with themes of inner struggles and triumphs. Recorded in the remote Skagafjörður at Flóki Studios, this change of scenery infuses the album with an atmospheric depth that is both haunting and uplifting. The album's eight tracks seamlessly blend Sólstafir's signature melancholic sound with their black metal roots, interwoven with tuneful rock anthems.

The title "Hin helga kvöl," translating to 'The Holy Suffering,' encapsulates the universal human struggle through its profound spiritual and existential reflections. The evocative cover art by Rowan E Cassidy mirrors the album's depth, portraying a world where shadows dance amidst light. "Hin helga kvöl" stands as a testament to Sólstafir's ability to transcend genres, weaving together elements from Black Metal, Classic Rock, Post-Rock, and Punk to create a sound as unique as the Icelandic landscapes that inspire them.

Track listing

1. Hún andar 00:05:29
2. Hin helga kvöl 00:05:42
3. Blakkrakki 00:04:32
4. Sálumessa 00:07:11
5. Vor ás 00:05:45
6. Freygátan 00:04:06
7. Grýla 00:05:06
8. Nú mun ljósið deyja 00:03:47
9. Kuml (forspil, sálmur, kveðja) 00:06:44